Castle Mountain Resort vs Fairview Ski Hill
Castle Mountain Resort (Alberta) and Fairview Ski Hill (Alberta) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Castle Mountain Resort | Fairview Ski Hill |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 2,789 ft (850 m) | 499 ft (152 m) |
| Summit elevation | 7,411 ft | 1,923 ft |
| Base elevation | 4,623 ft | 1,424 ft |
| Lifts | 7 | 4 |
| Runs | 104 | 17 |
| Beginner terrain | 25% | 35% |
| Intermediate terrain | 27% | 29% |
| Expert terrain | 48% | 36% |
| Night skiing | No | - |
Castle Mountain Resort has the bigger vertical (2,789 ft vs 499 ft); Castle Mountain Resort has more runs (104 vs 17); 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 |
| Fairview Ski Hill | Not 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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