Buttermilk vs Copper Mountain
Buttermilk (Colorado) and Copper Mountain (Colorado) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Buttermilk | Copper Mountain |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 2,001 ft (610 m) | 2,615 ft (797 m) |
| Summit elevation | 9,882 ft | 12,323 ft |
| Base elevation | 7,881 ft | 9,708 ft |
| Lifts | 8 | 23 |
| Runs | 50 | 153 |
| Beginner terrain | 24% | 25% |
| Intermediate terrain | 46% | 26% |
| Expert terrain | 30% | 49% |
| Night skiing | No | No |
Copper Mountain has the bigger vertical (2,615 ft vs 2,001 ft); Copper Mountain has more runs (153 vs 50); Copper Mountain skews more expert (49% expert terrain).
Which pass covers them?
| Resort | Pass coverage (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Buttermilk | Ikon Pass: 7 daysMountain Collective: 2 days |
| Copper Mountain | Ikon Pass: unlimited days |
One pass covers both: Ikon Pass. Check your full resort list in the pass finder →
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