Apex Mountain Resort vs Whistler Blackcomb

Apex Mountain Resort (British Columbia) and Whistler Blackcomb (British Columbia) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatApex Mountain ResortWhistler Blackcomb
Vertical drop1,860 ft (567 m)5,269 ft (1,606 m)
Summit elevation7,129 ft7,411 ft
Base elevation5,269 ft2,142 ft
Lifts436
Runs75619
Beginner terrain19%29%
Intermediate terrain36%34%
Expert terrain45%37%
Night skiingYesNo

Whistler Blackcomb has the bigger vertical (5,269 ft vs 1,860 ft); Whistler Blackcomb has more runs (619 vs 75); Apex Mountain Resort skews more expert (45% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Apex Mountain ResortIndy Pass: 2 days
Whistler BlackcombEpic Pass: unlimited 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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