Quechee Ski Area vs Smugglers' Notch

Quechee Ski Area (Vermont) and Smugglers' Notch (Vermont) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatQuechee Ski AreaSmugglers' Notch
Vertical drop587 ft (179 m)2,533 ft (772 m)
Summit elevation1,237 ft3,648 ft
Base elevation646 ft1,115 ft
Lifts39
Runs21110
Beginner terrain10%15%
Intermediate terrain71%57%
Expert terrain19%28%
Night skiing-No

Smugglers' Notch has the bigger vertical (2,533 ft vs 587 ft); Smugglers' Notch has more runs (110 vs 21); Smugglers' Notch skews more expert (28% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Quechee Ski AreaNot on a major pass; lift tickets only
Smugglers' NotchNot on a major pass; lift tickets only

No single pass covers both, so skiing both means separate passes or lift tickets. Check your full resort list in the pass finder →

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