Big Powderhorn Mountain vs Snow River Mountain Resort
Big Powderhorn Mountain (Michigan) and Snow River Mountain Resort (Michigan) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Big Powderhorn Mountain | Snow River Mountain Resort |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 420 ft (128 m) | 535 ft (163 m) |
| Summit elevation | 1,634 ft | 1,742 ft |
| Base elevation | 1,214 ft | 1,207 ft |
| Lifts | 10 | 6 |
| Runs | 46 | 32 |
| Beginner terrain | 28% | 22% |
| Intermediate terrain | 35% | 28% |
| Expert terrain | 37% | 50% |
| Night skiing | - | - |
Snow River Mountain Resort has the bigger vertical (535 ft vs 420 ft); Big Powderhorn Mountain has more runs (46 vs 32); Snow River Mountain Resort skews more expert (50% expert terrain).
Which pass covers them?
| Resort | Pass coverage (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Big Powderhorn Mountain | Not on a major pass; lift tickets only |
| Snow River 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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