Buck Hill vs Wild Mountain
Buck Hill (Minnesota) and Wild Mountain (Minnesota) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Buck Hill | Wild Mountain |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 253 ft (77 m) | 269 ft (82 m) |
| Summit elevation | 1,207 ft | 1,047 ft |
| Base elevation | 955 ft | 778 ft |
| Lifts | 12 | 9 |
| Runs | 14 | 20 |
| Beginner terrain | 42% | 20% |
| Intermediate terrain | 42% | 35% |
| Expert terrain | 16% | 45% |
| Night skiing | Yes | - |
Wild Mountain has the bigger vertical (269 ft vs 253 ft); Wild Mountain has more runs (20 vs 14); Wild Mountain skews more expert (45% expert terrain).
Which pass covers them?
| Resort | Pass coverage (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Buck Hill | Not on a major pass; lift tickets only |
| Wild Mountain | 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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