Jay Peak Vs. Burke Mountain

Tara Parenteau
September 15, 2009
Jay Peak Vs. Burke Mountain

It’s why alot of the students come to Northern Vermont. It’s where alot of students go on weekends and snow days. And it is coming soon. Skiing and snowboarding season that is.
With fall around the corner, many ski and snowboard bums are out working for their season’s passes to two of the closest resorts around the area, Jay Peak and Burke Mountain. Jay Peak is located a few miles from the Canadian border in the town of Jay. Burke Mountain is located a few miles from the LSC campus. While many students already have their preference of which mountain they like to invest in, here is a little information for those of you new to the area and want to get your ski on.
DETAILS JAY PEAK BURKE
College Student ticket (1 day) $50 $43
Season’s Pass $599-699 $599
Number of Trails 76 45
Acres of Terrain 385 250
Levels of novice (easy) trails 20 % 25%
Intermediate Trails 40 % 45%
Expert Trails 40 % 30 %
Mountain Elevation 3267 ft 1815 ft
Average Snowfall
366 inches 217 inches

Both of the mountains have parks, glades, and snow making. They also have events held throughout the year including music festivals, and if you’re looking for employment this just might be the place to look. Joel Lacoss, an avid snowboarder very familiar with both mountains, said each mountain has their advantages. “Burke has a great park crew who takes care of the terrain park. It is well maintained everyday and has lots of features. Jay Peak has better natural terrain and snowfall, as well as snow depths and glades.”
To receive more information go to: jaypeakresort.com or skiburke.com