Beaver Creek Resort vs Vail
Beaver Creek Resort (Colorado) and Vail (Colorado) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Beaver Creek Resort | Vail |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 4,012 ft (1,223 m) | 3,494 ft (1,065 m) |
| Summit elevation | 11,424 ft | 11,539 ft |
| Base elevation | 7,411 ft | 8,045 ft |
| Lifts | 24 | 32 |
| Runs | 189 | 241 |
| Beginner terrain | 42% | 20% |
| Intermediate terrain | 33% | 34% |
| Expert terrain | 25% | 46% |
| Night skiing | No | No |
Beaver Creek Resort has the bigger vertical (4,012 ft vs 3,494 ft); Vail has more runs (241 vs 189); Vail skews more expert (46% expert terrain).
Which pass covers them?
| Resort | Pass coverage (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Beaver Creek Resort | Epic Pass: unlimited days |
| Vail | Epic Pass: unlimited days |
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