Cataloochee Ski Area vs Hatley Pointe

Cataloochee Ski Area (North Carolina) and Hatley Pointe (North Carolina) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatCataloochee Ski AreaHatley Pointe
Vertical drop725 ft (221 m)643 ft (196 m)
Summit elevation5,194 ft4,587 ft
Base elevation4,469 ft3,947 ft
Lifts54
Runs1721
Beginner terrain41%33%
Intermediate terrain47%43%
Expert terrain12%24%
Night skiingYes-

Cataloochee Ski Area has the bigger vertical (725 ft vs 643 ft); Hatley Pointe has more runs (21 vs 17); Hatley Pointe skews more expert (24% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Cataloochee Ski AreaIndy Pass: 2 days
Hatley PointeIndy Pass: 2 days

One pass covers both: Indy Pass. Check your full resort list in the pass finder →

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