Arrowhead Recreation Area vs Pats Peak

Arrowhead Recreation Area (New Hampshire) and Pats Peak (New Hampshire) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatArrowhead Recreation AreaPats Peak
Vertical drop138 ft (42 m)751 ft (229 m)
Summit elevation738 ft1,342 ft
Base elevation600 ft591 ft
Lifts210
Runs237
Beginner terrain100%57%
Intermediate terrain0%24%
Expert terrain0%19%
Night skiing-Yes

Pats Peak has the bigger vertical (751 ft vs 138 ft); Pats Peak has more runs (37 vs 2); Pats Peak skews more expert (19% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Arrowhead Recreation AreaNot on a major pass; lift tickets only
Pats PeakIndy 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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