Ski Resort reviews from Reddit

Summary

We analyzed 417 Reddit reviews across 32 subreddits and 78 posts to rank the best Ski Resort brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/skiing, r/ski, r/washingtondc, r/vermont, r/snowboarding. Top-rated brands include Zermatt (4.8/5), Killington (4.4/5), Snowshoe (3.9/5).

Stats

Reviews417

Subreddits32

Posts78

Brands100

Products2

Top communities

r/skiing128 r/ski41 r/washingtondc40 r/vermont34 r/snowboarding29

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Zermatt

4.8

(13)

"Zermatt for hotels and views and food."

"Zermatt."

"Zermatt is the no1!"

"Zermatt in Switzerland is your answer."

"Zermatt."

"Some of my favourites for winter hiking are Zermatt, Crans-Montana, Saas, Aletsch Arena, St Moritz."

"+1 for Zermatt. I enjoy it year round."

"I can vouch for Zermatt from experience."

"Zermatt, Chamonix, and Cortina are usually top of the list."

"Zermat is an easy choice at the foot of the Matterhorn and a cute town."

Killington

4.4

(14)

"Killington is my go to for NE skiing"

"Killington hands down!!"

"I live next to Killington. That checks all your boxes."

"Killington is huge & a lovely ski town."

"The Killington Grand is a short walk on a pedestrian bridge over the snowmaking pond."

"Killington is Ikon"

"Killington or smugglers Notch. Both on the ice coast"

"I might would suggest Killington. They have great green trails."

"Killington best for college aged folks looking for skiing and nightlife."

"Killington is the move. They have the most nightlife."

Snowshoe

3.9

(15)

"Snowshoe, a pretty big gap, and then Timberline are the best resorts that are drive-able for weekend trips."

"My family enjoyed Snowshoe the best."

"Snowshoe is the best but I think you need at least a long weekend for it because of the drive time."

"I would recommend Snowshoe if you’re trying to stay on the budget friendly side and stay in the south."

"Ikon has made Snowshoe the new “local” for me because of how awful Whitetail is."

"Snowshoe but that's not saying much given time and money for value."

"Snowshoe. I may toss Blue Knob out there for UTR place to go."

"Had a good weekend in Snowshoe over New Years."

"Snowshoe."

"Snowshoe for sure if you’re looking to drive."

Whistler

4.6

(11)

"My third time here and I just love it. Have skied Park City and Heavenly (S Lake Tahoe) which are also great, but I think Whistler is my fave for the huge variety of Blues and greens and wide expansive terrain."

"Whistler is about as good as it gets in North America for what you are looking for."

"Whistler 100%."

"Whistler. Always whistler."

"Whistler."

"Whistler for sure. Especially right now."

"Whistler. You can take a shuttle bus from the airport to the resort."

"Whistler is super easy without a car, and probably my favorite mountain to boot."

"Go get an edge card for whistler if you're thinking about going. It's way cheaper and you don't have to book your day so your plans can change last minute."

"If you're planning on a couple of Whistler days this winter."

Park City

4.6

(11)

"Park city."

"Park city, Lake Tahoe"

"Canyon Village has a Gondola that goes up to restaurant/lodge."

"Park city has a whole town around it where you can walk to everything."

"Seconding Park City, 45 minute uber from the airport."

"Park city. Very close to SLC."

"Park city for sure, def not snowbird."

"A few of the top of my head: Park City."

"Park city, 20/hr, housing, 4 day work week."

"Park city."

Steamboat

4.2

(11)

"Super fun mountain, t bar is my favorite apres spot in the world, and a solid town with nightlife"

"STEAMBOAT. First of all there’s the resort, but it’s also a real town."

"Steamboat is good for families."

"Steamboat"

"Park City, Mammoth, Tahoe, and Steamboat Springs would be my top choices"

"Steamboat"

"Steamboat."

"Steamboat tends to have good early snow and decent beginner runs."

"In Colorado, Steamboat Springs has trails right in town, as does Leadville (but that's at 10,000ft, might be a bit much for a sea level resident)."

"Steamboat has plenty to do for the non skiers."

Winter Park

4.1

(10)

"Just did a half day group lesson at winter park. it was on a random tuesday and it was me and another guy. honestly learned a lot, 100% worth it."

"You can take a train into Winter Park."

"Winter Park, CO: Plenty of great lodging options nearby, often more affordable than other Colorado resorts."

"Winter Park"

"Winter park has great employee housing."

"Many Colorado mountains have a free shuttle that runs thru town and ski area."

"You can take the train to Winter Park. Drops you off right at the slopes."

"I’m amazed nobody has mentioned the Ski Train to Winter Park."

"If you’re deciding between Copper and Eldora, you might as well go with Winter Park."

"We did Winter Park for one last year, and it was too much mountain for the guys who were beginner/intermediate."

Okemo

4.6

(9)

"Okemo is perfect for beginners."

"Okemo is wonderful. Great place to learn."

"Okemo is a great choice for beginners!"

"I’ve never been to a mountain in Vermont that has so much beginner terrain."

"Your best bet is going to be okemo."

"Okemo is a little more beginner friendly."

"Okemo is perfect for beginners."

"Okemo would be a great option for beginners."

"I liked the overall vibe at Okemo. Lots of locals and longtime skiers who were all re"

Lake Louise

4.9

(8)

"Lake Louise / Sunshine staying in Banff."

"Lake Louise Ski Resort however has 2 Magic Carpets and tube slide area."

"Pros to each hill - but really they are both great."

"Lake Louise by a mile."

"Lake Louise is the best from opening until March."

"I went to Lake Louise and it was fantastic."

"Lake Louise is the general consensus."

"I did both lake louse and Nakiska and they were both good for beginners."

#10

Sunshine

4.1

(8)

"Lake Louise / Sunshine staying in Banff."

"Sunshine and Louise both have their strengths."

"Sunshine and/or Lake Louise in Alberta."

"For April skiing Sunshine really is the best for snow quality and had really blue/black runs."

"In April, you should be going to Sunshine."

"Honestly, any of the big three would be suitable, but from your description Sunshine is your best option."

"Sunshine is top dog."

"Sunshine will be best value for season pass."

#11

Breckenridge

4.1

(8)

"Breckenridge, Whistler, Park City for major airports."

"Breckenridge."

"Breckenridge"

"Breck."

"Personal experience: I worked in a restaurant at Breckinridge 4 pm to 10 pm shift and could ski every day."

"Breckenridge is super fun, but high elevation."

"Breckenridge. Because it’s closer than most of the other ones."

#12

Niseko

4.7

(7)

"If you are fine flying internationally go to Japan. Go to Niseko."

"Epic super dry powder when the tap opens. 2nd snowiest resort on the Globe."

"Everyone says Niseko. Dream of mine to work there or at least go for an extended vacation."

"Hands down Niseko."

"Hands down Niseko. Don't try anywhere else"

"Niseko was fun but Rusutsu was funner."

"If your not trying to drive around a lot and get lost then you got hakuba and niseko."

#13

Loon

4.6

(7)

"I would go to LOON."

"There's one run on Loon that I used to teach my whole family to ski."

"Loon or Gunstock."

"Loon."

"Loon is nice; and given the proximity to Lincoln/North Woodstock."

"Loon has great snowmaking and they really do a great job taking care of the trails."

"I would say loon or killington for everything you are looking for."

#14

Vail

4.4

(7)

"Any vail resort."

"Vail"

"Any vail resort"

"I fly into eagle airport and take the bus to avon to ski BC and vail."

"Most ski resorts would rather you take a shuttle from the airport instead of driving."

"There are so many shuttle services from dia to vail."

"If you want a real ski resort experience I’d highly recommend any resort that isn’t owned by a corporation."

#15

Stowe

4.3

(7)

"I'm more biased towards Stowe."

"I’d recommend Stowe or Okemo based on your criteria."

"Stowe or Killington for sure, which is too bad b/c Jay and Smuggs are very good & rentals can be had for cheap in those areas"

"Thanks we cover New England. so Killington, Mount Snow, Stowe, Sunday river."

"For my money it’s either Stowe or Attitash/Wildcat."

"Stowe has some truly excellent ski instructors and their learning area is massive."

"Stowe is an awesome resort."

#16

Big White

4.0

(7)

"Big White has more blue terrain than anywhere else."

"Big White snow is fabulous. Often foggy though."

"Big White, Grand Targhee, Loveland"

"In Canada, Big White, Whitewater, Kicking Horse, Fernie, Kimberly."

"Also look at flying to Kelowna and skiing big white. It’s a resort designed for kids, with plenty of adult entertainment."

"Big white is a good kid friendly destination. It’s only 59 minutes from the airport too."

"Fly into Kelowna and take a shuttle to big white or silverstar."

#17

Timberline

4.0

(7)

"Timberline is my favorite."

"Best value if natural snow is poor: Timberline."

"Timberline in WV or Wisp in MD are great options."

"Timberline/Canaan, Montage (all day and all night skiing)… Vermont is a quick flight though."

"Less crowded, less expensive, more housing and dining options."

"I’d vote for Timberline or Snowshoe in WV for best overall experience."

"I like Timberline and Snowshoe in WV."

#18

Wolf Creek

4.5

(6)

"Wolf Creek is the most consistent and reliable spot for great snow, and it's very affordable."

"Wolfcreek in Colorado is also one that I would say is great! Always plenty of snow and more of a laidback vibe."

"If you're already going for northern NM I would suggest Wolf Creek. Most snow in CO and kind of a locals' mountain."

"Wolf creek is a nice resort, not huge but fun with good snow"

"Wolf Creek Monarch Loveland"

"Wolf Creek CO"

#19

Zell am See

4.6

(5)

"Zell Am See. It's a large resort with the Kitzsteinhorn glacier nearby."

"Zell a See - why would anyone go anywhere else!? 😏"

"Zell am see"

"Zell am See and Obertauern both have excellent beginner and intermediate skiing."

"Zell am See worked quite well, the local skiing was sub par but getting to Kaprun & the glacier was easy & very good."

#20

Bromley

4.6

(5)

"Probably the best beginner mountain is Bromley."

"Go to Bromley it's southern exposure and better for beginners."

"Bromley might be the most beginner and family-friendly mountain in the state."

"Bromley! Relatively convenient to you, beginner friendly and has a really cool old-school vibe."

"Bromley is a groovy, medium size mountain."

#21

Palisades

4.4

(5)

"Would recommend Palisades if you want a wow factor."

"For the big west experience: Palisades, no doubt."

"If north lake, the experienced skiers will want to do palisades."

"Pedestrians can ride the Tram, Funitel, and B2B gondola."

"Palisades has a Tram that takes you to the upper mountain."

#22

Mammoth

4.4

(5)

"Mammoth or Bachelor"

"Mammoth."

"You could try Levy in Mammoth."

"Passengers can ride the gondola to the top of the Sierra for lunch."

"Mammoth might be a good spot if you like climbing"

#23

Mount Snow

4.0

(5)

"Check out Mt. Snow - great for families"

"Mount Snow and Okemo have a decent amount of food and bevy options."

"Thanks we cover New England. so Killington, Mount Snow, Stowe, Sunday river."

"Mt snow would be my call, unless you wanna drive further maybe there’s a better spot for beginners."

"I really like Mt Snow in Dover for this."

#24

Telluride

4.0

(5)

"Have you considered telluride? Very accessible and affordable."

"Telluride"

"Telluride."

"Telluride has a gondola that goes straight into the town."

"Telluride has an airport."

#25

Taos

4.0

(5)

"Taos New Mexico"

"If you are going to book a place to stay, Taos has more going on than Los Alamos..."

"Taos is beginner friendly despite the hype about their steep terrain, however Santa Fe has a lot more wide beginner runs."

"One more Pro for Taos would be you would have a good chance of finding a quality instructor!"

"Taos: Pro - Best terrain in New Mexico. Usually gets the most snow in New Mexico. Con - Not beginner friendly. Very expensive."

#26

Aspen

5.0

(4)

"Aspen"

"I've enjoyed Jackson, Steamboat Springs, Telluride, and Aspen."

"Aspen if you fly there and not Denver."

"If cost isn't an issue then Aspen wins hands down."

#27

Seven Springs

3.8

(5)

"7 springs is the best."

"Holiday Valley or Seven Springs probably the best you can do..."

"Best mid-Atlantic conditions I’ve seen in a couple years."

"Best bang for the buck."

"7 Springs probably, but everywhere here sucks compared to out West."

#28

Rusutsu

4.8

(4)

"I’d recommend Rusutsu Resort for the best powder."

"If you are fine flying internationally go to Japan. Go to Rusutsu."

"Rusutsu / niseko r close to each other and both have excellent quality snow."

"Try Rusutsu."

#29

Cochran's

4.8

(4)

"Cochran’s is all a true beginner needs."

"Cochrans. They’re cheap and have the perfect beginner trails."

"Cochrans or Middlebury Snow Bowl in Hancock. It's a great place to learn and ski."

"Cochran's is outrageously cheap and very beginner/family-friendly."

#30

Chamonix

4.8

(4)

"Chamonix would fit the bill - one of the absolute meccas for offpiste/freeride."

"It’s a proper town, not just a resort."

"I’d say Chamonix."

"Chamonix is great because it is an actual town that isn't just about skiing."

#31

Sierra at Tahoe

4.8

(4)

"Sierra at Tahoe has the best beginner runs."

"I was the first timer last season and Sierra at Tahoe was good for me."

"Sierra at Tahoe has a lot of beginner terrain."

"I personally am a fan of Sierra at Tahoe. It might be on the more affordable options as well. Also, great for beginners."

#32

Cypress

4.5

(4)

"Cypress for the win."

"Cypress is my favorite local mountain by far."

"Cypress - unless you're in Langley/Maple Ridge or east in which case Hemlock/Sasquatch."

"Cypress for the most runs, but if you're a park rider then you'll want to look at Grouse and Seymour."

#33

Sölden

4.5

(4)

"Sölden, Val d’Isère, Val Thorens, or Zermatt"

"Hands down the best Thermal Spa I've been to."

"Try Soelden or St. Anton in Austria."

"Will all have enough snow for good skiing at that time."

#34

Sauze d'Oulx

4.3

(4)

"+1 for Sauze."

"Sauze D'oulx Italy. Enough skiing for intermediates."

"I’d recommend Sauze D’Oulx. There’s a huge ski area and lessons are 1/3 the price of the big French resorts."

"Look into Sauze D'Oulx or Sestriere."

#35

Banff

4.3

(4)

"Banff has a shuttle from Calgary and an excellent local shuttle system."

"Fly into Calgary and ski Banff area."

"Can fly into Calgary and then head into the Rockies. Banff, Lake Louise, Fernie, Panorama, etc."

"There's a shuttle from YYC to Banff, then shuttles from Banff to the Big3 resorts."

#36

Cranmore

4.3

(4)

"Cranmore is awesome for beginners, and advanced alike."

"You can also ski a day at Cranmore in North Conway."

"I think Cranmore might be the best fit."

"Cranmore is good."

#37

Sun Valley

4.3

(4)

"Sun Valley is on Mountain Collective pass. Gorgeous place."

"Best resort with employee housing IMO is Sun Valley or Targhee right now."

"Check out the Roundhouse, great non-skier ski town."

"Sun Valley has a great bus system."

#38

Pico

4.3

(4)

"Pico."

"Pico is my NE option if I’m taking folks on a smaller budget"

"Pico has a pretty good beginner area, is affordable, usually not too crowded."

"Pico."

#39

Wisp

3.8

(4)

"Wisp is fun"

"Wisp is Maryland is pretty good and not very far."

"Only two are worth staying the night at: Wisp or Snowshoe."

"No one mentioned Wisp yet. It’s about 3 hours away and nice for a weekend getaway."

#40

Grand Targhee

3.8

(4)

"Targhee, SugarBowl, Baker, Purgatory, Loveland, Bohemia, Jay Peak"

"If you only think of skiing, it’s grand targhee."

"Grand targhee, it's nice enough here."

"I second Targhee"

#41

Whistler Blackcomb

5.0

(3)

"I would recommend Whistler, though. You can sometimes score some pretty good deals on lift-side lodging, or at least very close to the lifts, and they have a great kids program and other activities within the really excellent village."

"Whistler"

"Whistler. Hands down."

#42

Jay Peak

5.0

(3)

"Jay Peak is the best resort and riding option."

"Jay peak is the best New England has to offer."

"If you want the best New England has to offer, I'd recommend Jay Peak in VT."

#43

Val Thorens

5.0

(3)

"Val Thorens 💯"

"Val Thorens or Les Arcs are really good for beginners."

"Val Thorens."

#44

Dolomites

5.0

(3)

"I would prefer the Dolomites in Italy as the most beautiful area I have ever skied in."

"For natural beauty, the Dolomites."

"Dolomites, Chamonix, Zermatt."

#45

4.0

(2)

"What about glacier skiing? Hintertux, Stubai (both Austria)."

"Will all have enough snow for good skiing at that time."

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