Alta Sierra Ski Resort vs Mount Shasta Ski Park

Alta Sierra Ski Resort (California) and Mount Shasta Ski Park (California) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatAlta Sierra Ski ResortMount Shasta Ski Park
Vertical drop384 ft (117 m)2,070 ft (631 m)
Summit elevation7,064 ft7,539 ft
Base elevation6,683 ft5,466 ft
Lifts36
Runs836
Beginner terrain38%25%
Intermediate terrain38%33%
Expert terrain24%42%
Night skiing-Yes

Mount Shasta Ski Park has the bigger vertical (2,070 ft vs 384 ft); Mount Shasta Ski Park has more runs (36 vs 8); Mount Shasta Ski Park skews more expert (42% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Alta Sierra Ski ResortNot on a major pass; lift tickets only
Mount Shasta Ski ParkIndy 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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