Arapahoe Basin vs Telluride Ski Resort
Arapahoe Basin (Colorado) and Telluride Ski Resort (Colorado) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Arapahoe Basin | Telluride Ski Resort |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 1,683 ft (513 m) | 3,773 ft (1,150 m) |
| Summit elevation | 12,477 ft | 12,507 ft |
| Base elevation | 10,794 ft | 8,734 ft |
| Lifts | 9 | 20 |
| Runs | 107 | 158 |
| Beginner terrain | 4% | 20% |
| Intermediate terrain | 34% | 40% |
| Expert terrain | 62% | 40% |
| Night skiing | No | No |
Telluride Ski Resort has the bigger vertical (3,773 ft vs 1,683 ft); Telluride Ski Resort has more runs (158 vs 107); Arapahoe Basin skews more expert (62% expert terrain).
Which pass covers them?
| Resort | Pass coverage (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Arapahoe Basin | Ikon Pass: unlimited days |
| Telluride Ski Resort | Epic Pass: 7 days |
No single pass covers both, so skiing both means separate passes or lift tickets. Check your full resort list in the pass finder →
Stay near Arapahoe Basin
Lodging near the base fills up first during peak weeks. Search stays near Arapahoe Basin
Related comparisons
Telluride Ski Resort vs Winter Park ResortTelluride Ski Resort vs VailBeaver Creek Resort vs Telluride Ski ResortBreckenridge Ski Resort vs Telluride Ski ResortSteamboat Ski Resort vs Telluride Ski ResortSnowmass vs Telluride Ski ResortKeystone Resort vs Telluride Ski ResortCopper Mountain vs Telluride Ski Resort
More detail: Arapahoe Basin stats · Telluride Ski Resort stats