Arapahoe Basin vs Keystone Resort

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

StatArapahoe BasinKeystone Resort
Vertical drop1,683 ft (513 m)2,995 ft (913 m)
Summit elevation12,477 ft12,277 ft
Base elevation10,794 ft9,281 ft
Lifts920
Runs107150
Beginner terrain4%14%
Intermediate terrain34%35%
Expert terrain62%51%
Night skiingNoYes

Keystone Resort has the bigger vertical (2,995 ft vs 1,683 ft); Keystone Resort has more runs (150 vs 107); Arapahoe Basin skews more expert (62% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Arapahoe BasinIkon Pass: unlimited days
Keystone ResortEpic 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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