Bear Valley Mountain Resort vs Mount Waterman
Bear Valley Mountain Resort (California) and Mount Waterman (California) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Bear Valley Mountain Resort | Mount Waterman |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 1,900 ft (579 m) | 1,001 ft (305 m) |
| Summit elevation | 8,501 ft | 7,956 ft |
| Base elevation | 6,601 ft | 6,959 ft |
| Lifts | 10 | 3 |
| Runs | 75 | 20 |
| Beginner terrain | 25% | 35% |
| Intermediate terrain | 40% | 30% |
| Expert terrain | 35% | 35% |
| Night skiing | No | - |
Bear Valley Mountain Resort has the bigger vertical (1,900 ft vs 1,001 ft); Bear Valley Mountain Resort has more runs (75 vs 20).
Which pass covers them?
| Resort | Pass coverage (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Bear Valley Mountain Resort | Indy Pass: 2 days |
| Mount Waterman | 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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