Facebook threads can be a goldmine for crowd-sourced opinions, especially when it comes to passionate topics like snowboarding. We asked “What is the best ski resort for snowboarders?”, and over 100 responses poured in from riders. While opinions varied wildly, highlighting everything from West Coast powder havens to East Coast park scenes, the data reveals clear favorites among serious recommendations.
We crunched the numbers on mentions, focusing on snowboard-friendly resorts (while taking into account the less-serious, non-snowboard friendly ski areas). Here’s what our Facebook followers have to say about the top snowboard destinations.
The Top Resorts For Snowboarders According To Facebook
From 153 responses, serious nods went to resorts praised for parks, powder, terrain variety, and all-mountain vibes. Mammoth Mountain in California dominated with 10 mentions, followed closely by Mt. Baker in Washington. Utah’s Brighton Resort snagged 7 legit shouts, while Colorado spots like Breckenridge and Copper tied at 5 each.
Here’s the full tally of the most-mentioned snowboard-friendly resorts (excluding the jokes):
| Rank | Resort |
|---|---|
| 1 | Mammoth Mountain, CA |
| 2 | Mt. Baker, WA |
| 3 | Brighton, UT |
| 4 (tie) | Breckenridge, CO |
| 4 (tie) | Copper Mountain, CO |
| 4 (tie) | Killington, VT |
| 4 (tie) | Revelstoke, BC |
| 8 (tie) | Keystone, CO |
| 8 (tie) | Northstar, CA |
| 10 (tie) | Steamboat, CO |
| 10 (tie) | Whistler Blackcomb, BC |
Other notables with 2-3 mentions include Vail (bowls), Snowbird (Utah powder), Jackson Hole (steeps), and Heavenly (Tahoe views). International spots like Niseko (Japan) and Tignes (France) popped up sparingly, showing a North American bias in the thread.
The Humorous Outliers: Alta and Mad River Glen
No Facebook ski thread is complete without a little skier vs. snowboarder banter. Alta in Utah topped all of the mentions, but it’s a ski-only resort that famously bans boarders. Same for Mad River Glen (Vermont) and Deer Valley (Utahs). These less-than-serious responses made up 23% of responses, underscoring the rivalry.
