Bear Mountain vs Homewood Mountain Resort
Bear Mountain (California) and Homewood Mountain Resort (California) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Bear Mountain | Homewood Mountain Resort |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 1,650 ft (503 m) | 1,640 ft (500 m) |
| Summit elevation | 8,793 ft | 7,884 ft |
| Base elevation | 7,142 ft | 6,243 ft |
| Lifts | 11 | 7 |
| Runs | 26 | 70 |
| Beginner terrain | 27% | 11% |
| Intermediate terrain | 46% | 53% |
| Expert terrain | 27% | 36% |
| Night skiing | No | No |
Bear Mountain has the bigger vertical (1,650 ft vs 1,640 ft); Homewood Mountain Resort has more runs (70 vs 26); Homewood Mountain Resort skews more expert (36% expert terrain).
Which pass covers them?
| Resort | Pass coverage (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Bear Mountain | Ikon Pass: unlimited days |
| Homewood 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 →
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