Aspen Mountain vs Telluride Ski Resort
Aspen Mountain (Colorado) and Telluride Ski Resort (Colorado) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Aspen Mountain | Telluride Ski Resort |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 3,297 ft (1,005 m) | 3,773 ft (1,150 m) |
| Summit elevation | 11,257 ft | 12,507 ft |
| Base elevation | 7,959 ft | 8,734 ft |
| Lifts | 8 | 20 |
| Runs | 134 | 158 |
| Beginner terrain | 1% | 20% |
| Intermediate terrain | 40% | 40% |
| Expert terrain | 59% | 40% |
| Night skiing | No | No |
Telluride Ski Resort has the bigger vertical (3,773 ft vs 3,297 ft); Telluride Ski Resort has more runs (158 vs 134); 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 |
| 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 →
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