Blue Knob vs Canaan Valley

Blue Knob (Pennsylvania) and Canaan Valley (West Virginia) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatBlue KnobCanaan Valley
Vertical drop1,007 ft (307 m)850 ft (259 m)
Summit elevation3,150 ft4,347 ft
Base elevation2,142 ft3,497 ft
Lifts54
Runs2447
Beginner terrain25%30%
Intermediate terrain46%40%
Expert terrain29%30%
Night skiingNoNo

Blue Knob has the bigger vertical (1,007 ft vs 850 ft); Canaan Valley has more runs (47 vs 24); Canaan Valley skews more expert (30% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Blue KnobIndy Pass: 2 days
Canaan ValleyIndy Pass: 2 days

One pass covers both: Indy Pass. Check your full resort list in the pass finder →

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