Buffalo Ski Club vs Thunder Ridge Ski Area

Buffalo Ski Club (New York) and Thunder Ridge Ski Area (New York) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatBuffalo Ski ClubThunder Ridge Ski Area
Vertical drop472 ft (144 m)394 ft (120 m)
Summit elevation1,483 ft876 ft
Base elevation1,010 ft482 ft
Lifts66
Runs3517
Beginner terrain29%44%
Intermediate terrain40%19%
Expert terrain31%37%
Night skiing--

Buffalo Ski Club has the bigger vertical (472 ft vs 394 ft); Buffalo Ski Club has more runs (35 vs 17); Thunder Ridge Ski Area skews more expert (37% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Buffalo Ski ClubIndy Pass: 2 days
Thunder Ridge Ski AreaNot 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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