Big Squaw Mountain Resort vs Black Mountain of Maine

Big Squaw Mountain Resort (Maine) and Black Mountain of Maine (Maine) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatBig Squaw Mountain ResortBlack Mountain of Maine
Vertical drop577 ft (176 m)1,043 ft (318 m)
Summit elevation1,903 ft2,018 ft
Base elevation1,325 ft974 ft
Lifts23
Runs2629
Beginner terrain5%17%
Intermediate terrain73%30%
Expert terrain22%53%
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Black Mountain of Maine has the bigger vertical (1,043 ft vs 577 ft); Black Mountain of Maine has more runs (29 vs 26); Black Mountain of Maine skews more expert (53% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Big Squaw Mountain ResortNot on a major pass; lift tickets only
Black Mountain of MaineNot on a major pass; lift tickets only

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