Blue Knob vs Shawnee Mountain Ski Area

Blue Knob (Pennsylvania) and Shawnee Mountain Ski Area (Pennsylvania) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatBlue KnobShawnee Mountain Ski Area
Vertical drop1,007 ft (307 m)669 ft (204 m)
Summit elevation3,150 ft1,145 ft
Base elevation2,142 ft476 ft
Lifts510
Runs2427
Beginner terrain25%37%
Intermediate terrain46%41%
Expert terrain29%22%
Night skiingNoYes

Blue Knob has the bigger vertical (1,007 ft vs 669 ft); Shawnee Mountain Ski Area has more runs (27 vs 24); Blue Knob skews more expert (29% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Blue KnobIndy Pass: 2 days
Shawnee Mountain Ski AreaIndy Pass: 2 days

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