Bogus Basin vs North–South Ski Bowl

Bogus Basin (Idaho) and North–South Ski Bowl (Idaho) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatBogus BasinNorth–South Ski Bowl
Vertical drop1,788 ft (545 m)66 ft (20 m)
Summit elevation7,559 ft3,793 ft
Base elevation5,768 ft3,727 ft
Lifts112
Runs1177
Beginner terrain18%43%
Intermediate terrain57%14%
Expert terrain25%43%
Night skiingYes-

Bogus Basin has the bigger vertical (1,788 ft vs 66 ft); Bogus Basin has more runs (117 vs 7); North–South Ski Bowl skews more expert (43% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Bogus BasinNot on a major pass; lift tickets only
North–South Ski BowlNot 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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