Black Mountain Ski Area vs Gunstock Mountain Resort
Black Mountain Ski Area (New Hampshire) and Gunstock Mountain Resort (New Hampshire) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Black Mountain Ski Area | Gunstock Mountain Resort |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 1,017 ft (310 m) | 1,302 ft (397 m) |
| Summit elevation | 2,247 ft | 2,244 ft |
| Base elevation | 1,230 ft | 942 ft |
| Lifts | 5 | 6 |
| Runs | 59 | 73 |
| Beginner terrain | 34% | 19% |
| Intermediate terrain | 34% | 52% |
| Expert terrain | 32% | 29% |
| Night skiing | No | Yes |
Gunstock Mountain Resort has the bigger vertical (1,302 ft vs 1,017 ft); Gunstock Mountain Resort has more runs (73 vs 59); Black Mountain Ski Area skews more expert (32% expert terrain).
Which pass covers them?
| Resort | Pass coverage (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Black Mountain Ski Area | Not on a major pass; lift tickets only |
| Gunstock 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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