Big Powderhorn Mountain vs Snowriver Mountain
Big Powderhorn Mountain (Michigan) and Snowriver Mountain (Michigan) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Big Powderhorn Mountain | Snowriver Mountain |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 420 ft (128 m) | 636 ft (194 m) |
| Summit elevation | 1,634 ft | 1,348 ft |
| Base elevation | 1,214 ft | 712 ft |
| Lifts | 10 | 8 |
| Runs | 46 | 57 |
| Beginner terrain | 28% | 30% |
| Intermediate terrain | 35% | 45% |
| Expert terrain | 37% | 25% |
| Night skiing | - | No |
Snowriver Mountain has the bigger vertical (636 ft vs 420 ft); Snowriver Mountain has more runs (57 vs 46); Big Powderhorn Mountain skews more expert (37% expert terrain).
Which pass covers them?
| Resort | Pass coverage (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Big Powderhorn Mountain | Not on a major pass; lift tickets only |
| Snowriver Mountain | Ikon Pass: 7 daysIndy Pass: 2 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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