Arapahoe Basin vs Hoedown Hill

Arapahoe Basin (Colorado) and Hoedown Hill (Colorado) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatArapahoe BasinHoedown Hill
Vertical drop1,683 ft (513 m)89 ft (27 m)
Summit elevation12,477 ft4,970 ft
Base elevation10,794 ft4,885 ft
Lifts93
Runs1071
Beginner terrain4%-
Intermediate terrain34%-
Expert terrain62%-
Night skiingNo-

Arapahoe Basin has the bigger vertical (1,683 ft vs 89 ft); Arapahoe Basin has more runs (107 vs 1).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Arapahoe BasinIkon Pass: unlimited days
Hoedown HillIndy 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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