Boreal Mountain Resort vs Tahoe Donner
Boreal Mountain Resort (California) and Tahoe Donner (California) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Boreal Mountain Resort | Tahoe Donner |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 531 ft (162 m) | 489 ft (149 m) |
| Summit elevation | 7,700 ft | 7,280 ft |
| Base elevation | 7,169 ft | 6,791 ft |
| Lifts | 7 | 5 |
| Runs | 76 | 18 |
| Beginner terrain | 29% | 18% |
| Intermediate terrain | 37% | 65% |
| Expert terrain | 34% | 17% |
| Night skiing | Yes | - |
Boreal Mountain Resort has the bigger vertical (531 ft vs 489 ft); Boreal Mountain Resort has more runs (76 vs 18); Boreal Mountain Resort skews more expert (34% expert terrain).
Which pass covers them?
| Resort | Pass coverage (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Boreal Mountain Resort | Not on a major pass; lift tickets only |
| Tahoe Donner | 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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