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Resort Comparison

Northstar CaliforniavsWhistler Blackcomb

Northstar California ski resort
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Northstar California

Sierra Nevada, United States

Whistler Blackcomb ski resort
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Whistler Blackcomb

Coast Mountains, Canada

Key Statistics

Northstar California
Stat
Whistler Blackcomb
100 km
Total Piste
Best243 km
20
Total Lifts
Best37
2,624mBest
Peak Altitude
2,284m
1,930mBest
Base Altitude
652m
7/10
Snow Reliability
Best8/10
★★★★★Best
Family Rating
★★★★☆
★★★☆☆
Value Rating
★★★☆☆
45mBest
Transfer Time
2h
Reno-Tahoe International (RNO)
Nearest Airport
Vancouver International (YVR)

Category Scores

Northstar California
Whistler Blackcomb
Terrain Variety
6
10
Snow Reliability
7
8
Lift System
8
10
Family Friendliness
10
8
Apres-Ski
6
9
Off-Piste
4
10
Beginner Suitability
9
8
Intermediate Terrain
8
10
Advanced Terrain
5
10
Value for Money
5
5
Accommodation
9
9
Dining
8
9
Accessibility
8
7
Scenery & Charm
8
10
Ski School
9
9

The Verdict

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Northstar California wins on

  • Family Friendliness
  • Beginner Suitability
  • Accessibility
3category wins
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Whistler Blackcomb wins on

  • Terrain Variety
  • Snow Reliability
  • Lift System
  • Apres-Ski
  • Off-Piste
  • Intermediate Terrain
  • Advanced Terrain
  • Dining
  • Scenery & Charm
9category wins

Tied categories (3)

Value for MoneyAccommodationSki School

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Northstar California

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