Castle Mountain Resort vs Fairmont Hot Springs
Castle Mountain Resort (Alberta) and Fairmont Hot Springs (British Columbia) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Castle Mountain Resort | Fairmont Hot Springs |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 2,789 ft (850 m) | 856 ft (261 m) |
| Summit elevation | 7,411 ft | 4,846 ft |
| Base elevation | 4,623 ft | 3,990 ft |
| Lifts | 7 | 3 |
| Runs | 104 | 25 |
| Beginner terrain | 25% | 45% |
| Intermediate terrain | 27% | 27% |
| Expert terrain | 48% | 28% |
| Night skiing | No | - |
Castle Mountain Resort has the bigger vertical (2,789 ft vs 856 ft); Castle Mountain Resort has more runs (104 vs 25); Castle Mountain Resort skews more expert (48% expert terrain).
Which pass covers them?
| Resort | Pass coverage (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Castle Mountain Resort | Indy Pass: 2 days |
| Fairmont Hot Springs | Indy Pass: 2 days |
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