Buffalo Ski Club vs Whiteface Mountain Ski Area

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

StatBuffalo Ski ClubWhiteface Mountain Ski Area
Vertical drop472 ft (144 m)3,153 ft (961 m)
Summit elevation1,483 ft4,373 ft
Base elevation1,010 ft1,220 ft
Lifts611
Runs3585
Beginner terrain29%22%
Intermediate terrain40%45%
Expert terrain31%33%
Night skiing-No

Whiteface Mountain Ski Area has the bigger vertical (3,153 ft vs 472 ft); Whiteface Mountain Ski Area has more runs (85 vs 35); Whiteface Mountain Ski Area skews more expert (33% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Buffalo Ski ClubIndy Pass: 2 days
Whiteface Mountain Ski AreaMountain Collective: 2 days

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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