Black Mountain Ski Area vs Ragged Mountain Resort
Black Mountain Ski Area (New Hampshire) and Ragged Mountain Resort (New Hampshire) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Black Mountain Ski Area | Ragged Mountain Resort |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 1,017 ft (310 m) | 1,102 ft (336 m) |
| Summit elevation | 2,247 ft | 2,208 ft |
| Base elevation | 1,230 ft | 1,106 ft |
| Lifts | 5 | 5 |
| Runs | 59 | 42 |
| Beginner terrain | 34% | 50% |
| Intermediate terrain | 34% | 39% |
| Expert terrain | 32% | 11% |
| Night skiing | No | No |
Ragged Mountain Resort has the bigger vertical (1,102 ft vs 1,017 ft); Black Mountain Ski Area has more runs (59 vs 42); 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 |
| Ragged Mountain Resort | Indy 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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