Alta Sierra Ski Resort vs Bear Valley Mountain Resort
Alta Sierra Ski Resort (California) and Bear Valley Mountain Resort (California) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Alta Sierra Ski Resort | Bear Valley Mountain Resort |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 384 ft (117 m) | 1,900 ft (579 m) |
| Summit elevation | 7,064 ft | 8,501 ft |
| Base elevation | 6,683 ft | 6,601 ft |
| Lifts | 3 | 10 |
| Runs | 8 | 75 |
| Beginner terrain | 38% | 25% |
| Intermediate terrain | 38% | 40% |
| Expert terrain | 24% | 35% |
| Night skiing | - | No |
Bear Valley Mountain Resort has the bigger vertical (1,900 ft vs 384 ft); Bear Valley Mountain Resort has more runs (75 vs 8); Bear Valley Mountain Resort skews more expert (35% expert terrain).
Which pass covers them?
| Resort | Pass coverage (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Alta Sierra Ski Resort | Not on a major pass; lift tickets only |
| Bear Valley Mountain Resort | Indy Pass: 2 days |
No single pass covers both, so skiing both means separate passes or lift tickets. Check your full resort list in the pass finder →
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