Alpine Meadows vs Snow Valley Mountain Resort
Alpine Meadows (California) and Snow Valley Mountain Resort (California) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Alpine Meadows | Snow Valley Mountain Resort |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 1,637 ft (499 m) | 1,109 ft (338 m) |
| Summit elevation | 8,494 ft | 7,835 ft |
| Base elevation | 6,857 ft | 6,726 ft |
| Lifts | 14 | 13 |
| Runs | 93 | 42 |
| Beginner terrain | 5% | 28% |
| Intermediate terrain | 60% | 41% |
| Expert terrain | 35% | 31% |
| Night skiing | - | - |
Alpine Meadows has the bigger vertical (1,637 ft vs 1,109 ft); Alpine Meadows has more runs (93 vs 42); Alpine Meadows skews more expert (35% expert terrain).
Which pass covers them?
| Resort | Pass coverage (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Alpine Meadows | Ikon Pass: 7 days |
| Snow Valley Mountain Resort | Ikon Pass: 7 days |
One pass covers both: Ikon Pass. Check your full resort list in the pass finder →
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