Saddleback vs Sugarloaf: Season Pass Guide

Saddleback and Sugarloaf: 2 great ski mountains in Maine

When it comes to skiing in Maine, two resorts consistently rise to the top: Saddleback Mountain and Sugarloaf Mountain. Located in the Western Maine mountains, both ski areas offer outstanding terrain and unique experiences for skiers and riders. Each resort also offers a range of season pass options designed to attract loyal skiers and snowboarders throughout the winter.

Saddleback vs Sugarloaf: Overview of Maine’s Top Ski Resorts

Choosing which ski area to call your home mountain depends on what you value most in a resort experience.

Many skiers and riders prefer Saddleback for its modern lift infrastructure, minimal lift lines, exceptional snow quality, and expansive off-piste & gladed terrain. The mountain has developed a reputation for providing a relaxed atmosphere and excellent snow conditions.

Many others gravitate toward Sugarloaf, which offers the largest ski area in Maine, a wide variety of groomed and ungroomed trails, and—when conditions allow—unmatched access to above-treeline skiing via the resort’s famous backside snowfields.

Saddleback vs Sugarloaf: Season Pass Comparison

Of course, season pass pricing and perks are also an important part of the decision. Both resorts offer multiple pass products with different pricing tiers, benefits, and restrictions. To make the comparison easier, we’ve created a Saddleback vs. Sugarloaf season pass comparison table below.

All prices current as of March 16, 2026. Check the Saddleback and Sugarloaf season pass pages for complete details.

2026–27 Season Pass Comparison
Saddleback Mountain vs Sugarloaf Mountain
	Saddleback	Sugarloaf	Notes
ALL-ACCESS SEASON PASS PRICING (New Purchasers)
Ages 0–5	$50	$30	All-access, no blackouts
Ages 6–18	$579	$599	All-access, no blackouts
College	$319	$499	All-access, no blackouts
Ages 19–29	$659	$679	All-access, no blackouts
Ages 30–64	$1,129	$1,499	All-access, no blackouts
Ages 65–79	$829	$1,139	All-access, no blackouts
Ages 80+	$50	$30	All-access, no blackouts
ALL-ACCESS SEASON PASS BENEFITS & PERKS
Mountain Access	1 resort	4 resorts	SL includes Sunday River, Pleasant Mtn & Loon
Free Days at Other Resorts	N/A	3 free days	Free days at Boyne sister resorts
Buddy Tickets	8 at 50% off	12 at 25% off
First Tracks	N/A	Add-on @ $369	7:30 AM access Sundays and select weekdays
Summer Mtn Bike Park	Included	Add-on @ $149
Summer Scenic Lift Rides	Included	N/A
RESTRICTED & ALTERNATIVE PASSES (Adult 30–64 pricing shown)
Flex (SB) / Silver (SL)	$879	$1,089	9 Blackout dates; other age pricing available
Midweek (SB) / Bronze (SL)	$719	$759	M-F 9 blackout days; other age pricing available
Community Pass	$960	N/A	15% discount for Franklin County residents
Afternoon Pass	N/A	$629	Access after 12 PM; other age pricing available
Spring Pass	N/A	$179	March 23 through end of season
RESORT DISCOUNTS
Included Discounts	10% logowear 10% demo equipment 10% full ski tunes 50% off 1 group lesson	20% lodging 15% retail & lessons 10% food 10% spirit-free beverages
MULTI-RESORT ADD-ONS
Ikon Pass	N/A	Add-on @ $299 or $799	Ikon Base or full Ikon pass levels
Indy Pass	Add-on @ $379	N/A
PAYMENT & FLEXIBILITY
Payment Plan	Yes	Yes	SL via Affirm for qualified purchasers. SB $50 fee
Rollover Pass	Yes	Yes	Defer to following season if unable to use