Buttermilk vs Snowmass
Buttermilk (Colorado) and Snowmass (Colorado) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Buttermilk | Snowmass |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 2,001 ft (610 m) | 4,400 ft (1,341 m) |
| Summit elevation | 9,882 ft | 12,516 ft |
| Base elevation | 7,881 ft | 8,117 ft |
| Lifts | 8 | 19 |
| Runs | 50 | 99 |
| Beginner terrain | 24% | 13% |
| Intermediate terrain | 46% | 59% |
| Expert terrain | 30% | 28% |
| Night skiing | No | No |
Snowmass has the bigger vertical (4,400 ft vs 2,001 ft); Snowmass has more runs (99 vs 50); Buttermilk skews more expert (30% expert terrain).
Which pass covers them?
| Resort | Pass coverage (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Buttermilk | Ikon Pass: 7 daysMountain Collective: 2 days |
| Snowmass | Ikon Pass: 7 daysMountain Collective: 2 days |
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