Bear Paw Ski Bowl vs Big Sky Resort
Bear Paw Ski Bowl (Montana) and Big Sky Resort (Montana) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Bear Paw Ski Bowl | Big Sky Resort |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 869 ft (265 m) | 4,347 ft (1,325 m) |
| Summit elevation | 5,846 ft | 11,161 ft |
| Base elevation | 4,977 ft | 6,818 ft |
| Lifts | 2 | 45 |
| Runs | 27 | 458 |
| Beginner terrain | 41% | 30% |
| Intermediate terrain | 37% | 28% |
| Expert terrain | 22% | 42% |
| Night skiing | - | No |
Big Sky Resort has the bigger vertical (4,347 ft vs 869 ft); Big Sky Resort has more runs (458 vs 27); Big Sky Resort skews more expert (42% expert terrain).
Which pass covers them?
| Resort | Pass coverage (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Bear Paw Ski Bowl | Not on a major pass; lift tickets only |
| Big Sky Resort | Ikon 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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