Bear Valley Mountain Resort vs Sierra-at-Tahoe
Bear Valley Mountain Resort (California) and Sierra-at-Tahoe (California) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Bear Valley Mountain Resort | Sierra-at-Tahoe |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 1,900 ft (579 m) | 2,175 ft (663 m) |
| Summit elevation | 8,501 ft | 8,835 ft |
| Base elevation | 6,601 ft | 6,660 ft |
| Lifts | 10 | 13 |
| Runs | 75 | 41 |
| Beginner terrain | 25% | 41% |
| Intermediate terrain | 40% | 41% |
| Expert terrain | 35% | 18% |
| Night skiing | No | No |
Sierra-at-Tahoe has the bigger vertical (2,175 ft vs 1,900 ft); Bear Valley Mountain Resort has more runs (75 vs 41); Bear Valley Mountain Resort skews more expert (35% expert terrain).
Which pass covers them?
| Resort | Pass coverage (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Bear Valley Mountain Resort | Indy Pass: 2 days |
| Sierra-at-Tahoe | 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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