Aspen Mountain vs Crested Butte Mountain Resort
Aspen Mountain (Colorado) and Crested Butte Mountain Resort (Colorado) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Aspen Mountain | Crested Butte Mountain Resort |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 3,297 ft (1,005 m) | 2,316 ft (706 m) |
| Summit elevation | 11,257 ft | 11,444 ft |
| Base elevation | 7,959 ft | 9,131 ft |
| Lifts | 8 | 15 |
| Runs | 134 | 93 |
| Beginner terrain | 1% | 25% |
| Intermediate terrain | 40% | 52% |
| Expert terrain | 59% | 23% |
| Night skiing | No | No |
Aspen Mountain has the bigger vertical (3,297 ft vs 2,316 ft); Aspen Mountain has more runs (134 vs 93); Aspen Mountain skews more expert (59% expert terrain).
Which pass covers them?
| Resort | Pass coverage (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Aspen Mountain | Ikon Pass: 7 daysMountain Collective: 2 days |
| Crested Butte Mountain Resort | Epic 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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