Castle Mountain Resort vs Valley Ski Hill
Castle Mountain Resort (Alberta) and Valley Ski Hill (Alberta) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Castle Mountain Resort | Valley Ski Hill |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 2,789 ft (850 m) | 171 ft (52 m) |
| Summit elevation | 7,411 ft | 2,310 ft |
| Base elevation | 4,623 ft | 2,139 ft |
| Lifts | 7 | 2 |
| Runs | 104 | 7 |
| Beginner terrain | 25% | 29% |
| Intermediate terrain | 27% | 29% |
| Expert terrain | 48% | 42% |
| Night skiing | No | - |
Castle Mountain Resort has the bigger vertical (2,789 ft vs 171 ft); Castle Mountain Resort has more runs (104 vs 7); 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 |
| Valley Ski Hill | Indy Pass: 2 days |
One pass covers both: Indy Pass. Check your full resort list in the pass finder →
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