Alpental vs Crystal Mountain (Washington)
Alpental (Washington) and Crystal Mountain (Washington) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Alpental | Crystal Mountain (Washington) |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 2,300 ft (701 m) | 2,356 ft (718 m) |
| Summit elevation | 5,443 ft | 6,765 ft |
| Base elevation | 3,143 ft | 4,409 ft |
| Lifts | 6 | 11 |
| Runs | 35 | 84 |
| Beginner terrain | 3% | 16% |
| Intermediate terrain | 22% | 45% |
| Expert terrain | 75% | 39% |
| Night skiing | - | No |
Crystal Mountain has the bigger vertical (2,356 ft vs 2,300 ft); Crystal Mountain has more runs (84 vs 35); Alpental skews more expert (75% expert terrain).
Which pass covers them?
| Resort | Pass coverage (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Alpental | Ikon Pass: 7 days |
| Crystal Mountain | Ikon Pass: unlimited days |
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