Beginner 16%
Intermediate 56%
Advanced 24%
Expert 3%
Overall Rating
4.5
From 11 Reviews
62
Total Runs
1984
Bottom Elevation
4004
Top Elevation
265
Skiable Terrain
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Waterville Valley in New Hampshire offers a charming and comprehensive skiing experience. This resort is known for its picturesque landscapes and well-designed trails. It's a great destination for families, with plenty of activities and ski programs for children. The ski community here is welcoming, and there's a real sense of camaraderie among visitors. Advanced skiers can enjoy challenging runs, while beginners have plenty of gentle slopes to practice on. Waterville Valley also hosts various events throughout the ski season, adding an extra layer of fun. Their commitment to maintaining high-quality trails and facilities makes it a consistently popular choice.
Ranked Highly For
Après-Ski
10th of 266 worldwide
Family Friendliness
9th of 285 worldwide
Groomed Runs
6th of 294 worldwide
Mogul Fields
19th of 264 worldwide
Recent Reviews
Will
intermediate skier ⛷️ 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
Jan, 18 2026
Had a great time with my friends, First time skiing in America and definitely want to go back. Highly recommended this resort.
Joe
expert skier ⛷️
Feb, 6 2025
Very friendly mtn. Skiers mtn, not a lot of Joeys and snowboarders. All trails lead to one base area. Great snowmaking and grooming crew.
John
advanced skier ⛷️ 🇺🇸 United States
Dec, 29 2024
Great resort, family friendly and much more laid back than a lot of the other NH resorts. Lifelong skier but took a snowboard lesson and the instructor was fantastic. Highly recommend.
Waterville Valley Resort Stats
Ski Terrain
10Beginner Runs
35Intermediate Runs
15Advanced Runs
2Expert Runs
62Total Runs
1.9 milesLongest Run
265 acresSkiable Terrain
265 hectaresSnow making
Elevation
4004 feetTop
1984 feetBottom
2020 feetVertical Drop
Lifts
4Chairlifts
Lift Pass Costs
$1204Season pass
$791 day
Weather
124 inchesAverage annual snowfall
Waterville Valley Travel Information
Airports
90min drive80KMsManchester-Boston Regional Airport (MHT)
150min drive130KMsLogan International Airport (BOS)
120min drive90KMsPortland International Jetport (PWM)
Train Stations
70min drive64KMsPlymouth Station (Plymouth, NH)