Big Sky Resort vs Red Lodge Mountain Resort

Big Sky Resort (Montana) and Red Lodge Mountain Resort (Montana) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatBig Sky ResortRed Lodge Mountain Resort
Vertical drop4,347 ft (1,325 m)2,287 ft (697 m)
Summit elevation11,161 ft9,377 ft
Base elevation6,818 ft7,090 ft
Lifts457
Runs45858
Beginner terrain30%16%
Intermediate terrain28%34%
Expert terrain42%50%
Night skiingNoNo

Big Sky Resort has the bigger vertical (4,347 ft vs 2,287 ft); Big Sky Resort has more runs (458 vs 58); Red Lodge Mountain Resort skews more expert (50% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Big Sky ResortIkon Pass: 7 days
Red Lodge Mountain ResortNot 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 →

Stay near Big Sky Resort

Lodging near the base fills up first during peak weeks. Search stays near Big Sky Resort

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