Cataloochee Ski Area vs Ober Mountain Adventure Park & Ski Area

Cataloochee Ski Area (North Carolina) and Ober Mountain Adventure Park & Ski Area (Tennessee) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatCataloochee Ski AreaOber Mountain Adventure Park & Ski Area
Vertical drop725 ft (221 m)558 ft (170 m)
Summit elevation5,194 ft3,205 ft
Base elevation4,469 ft2,648 ft
Lifts57
Runs1710
Beginner terrain41%20%
Intermediate terrain47%60%
Expert terrain12%20%
Night skiingYesYes

Cataloochee Ski Area has the bigger vertical (725 ft vs 558 ft); Cataloochee Ski Area has more runs (17 vs 10); Ober Mountain Adventure Park & Ski Area skews more expert (20% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Cataloochee Ski AreaIndy Pass: 2 days
Ober Mountain Adventure Park & Ski AreaIndy Pass: 2 days

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

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