Aspen Highlands vs Durango Mountain Resort
Aspen Highlands (Colorado) and Durango Mountain Resort (Colorado) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Aspen Highlands | Durango Mountain Resort |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 3,481 ft (1,061 m) | 1,952 ft (595 m) |
| Summit elevation | 11,572 ft | 10,797 ft |
| Base elevation | 8,091 ft | 8,845 ft |
| Lifts | 6 | 14 |
| Runs | 76 | 89 |
| Beginner terrain | 1% | 20% |
| Intermediate terrain | 46% | 47% |
| Expert terrain | 53% | 33% |
| Night skiing | No | No |
Aspen Highlands has the bigger vertical (3,481 ft vs 1,952 ft); Durango Mountain Resort has more runs (89 vs 76); Aspen Highlands skews more expert (53% expert terrain).
Which pass covers them?
| Resort | Pass coverage (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Aspen Highlands | Ikon Pass: 7 daysMountain Collective: 2 days |
| Durango Mountain Resort | Not on a major pass; lift tickets only |
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 Aspen Highlands
Lodging near the base fills up first during peak weeks. Search stays near Aspen Highlands
Related comparisons
Aspen Highlands vs Winter Park ResortAspen Highlands vs VailDurango Mountain Resort vs Winter Park ResortDurango Mountain Resort vs VailAspen Highlands vs Beaver Creek ResortAspen Highlands vs Breckenridge Ski ResortAspen Highlands vs Steamboat Ski ResortBeaver Creek Resort vs Durango Mountain Resort
More detail: Aspen Highlands stats · Durango Mountain Resort stats