So while I discovered that the clientele had a new look, I also discovered that, in an important way, the ski area looked very much the same. Mt. Snow does a great job in making the concept work. Lots of cruising, high lift capacity, relative proximity to major cities, variety of lodging and dining. Shortage of expert terrain, weekend crowds. Wide, moderate-pitched trails stretch down the front of the mountain like a profusion of white dreadlocks.
Mt. Snow is, by and large, a pretty uncomplicated ski area.
But variety isn't the point. Mt. Snow is made for showing off, whether it be junior-high classmates trying to outdo one another or potential lovebirds trying to wow one another with their grace and dexterity. Mt. Snow does have some challenging terrain tucked out of sight on its North Face. But if I want challenge, there are other places I would seek out before Mt. Snow. Also attractive is Mt. Snow's accessibility.