Killington vs Sugarbush
One calibrated, SNOTEL-backed look at snowfall, forecast accuracy, and access — so you know which to ski.
Killington
VT · 4,241 ft
pending
Sugarbush
VT · 4,135 ft
pending
Side-by-Side
| Metric | Killington | Sugarbush |
|---|---|---|
| Region | Vermont VT | Vermont VT |
| Summit elevation | 4,241 ft 1,165 ft base | 4,135 ft 1,483 ft base |
| NWS accuracy grade | Pending limited verified storms | Pending limited verified storms |
| Calibrated season snowfall | 6" 20 storms | 11" 22 storms |
| Avg storm-day rate | 0.3"/day | 0.5"/day |
| Best storm | 24/100 Tracked | 40/100 Significant |
| Verified storms | 0 SNOTEL-verified | 0 SNOTEL-verified |
| Community reports | 15 TGR posts | 11 TGR posts |
| Nearest airport | RUT | BTV |
| Drive time | 1.5h 90 mi · BTV | 1h 50 mi · BTV |
| Access difficulty | Easy | Easy |
| Pass | Epic | Ikon |
Snowfall totals and NWS grades come from the same SNOTEL-verified data on each resort's own page. Blank or “pending” cells mean the data is still being verified — we never fill them with estimates.
The Verdict
NWS accuracy grades are pending for both Killington and Sugarbush — few verified storms so far. Each earns a grade as StormDrop verifies more storms against SNOTEL.
Sugarbush got more snow this season — 11" of calibrated snowfall versus 6" at Killington. Sugarbush also averaged 0.5"/storm-day.
Sugarbush is the easier trip — about 1h from BTV (Burlington), versus 1.5h from BTV for Killington.
Best for
Killington — Epic pass holders who want calibrated numbers before booking.
Best for
Sugarbush — quick-strike trips — the easier drive at ~1h from BTV.
Local Knowledge
TGR Community IntelKillington
Early morning (8am) provides best visibility and conditions; expect rain around 11:30am; continue skiing despite wet conditions or exit when soaked
Sugarbush
Sugarbush receives and retains more natural snow than Sunday River, Cannon, and Loon; good powder day destination
FAQ
Does Killington or Sugarbush get more snow?
Sugarbush got more snow this season — 11" of calibrated snowfall versus 6" at Killington. Sugarbush also averaged 0.5"/storm-day.
Is Killington or Sugarbush easier to get to?
Sugarbush is the easier trip — about 1h from BTV (Burlington), versus 1.5h from BTV for Killington.
Which has the more accurate snow forecast, Killington or Sugarbush?
NWS accuracy grades are pending for both Killington and Sugarbush — few verified storms so far. Each earns a grade as StormDrop verifies more storms against SNOTEL.
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