Catamount Ski Area vs McCauley Mountain

Catamount Ski Area (New York) and McCauley Mountain (New York) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatCatamount Ski AreaMcCauley Mountain
Vertical drop961 ft (293 m)515 ft (157 m)
Summit elevation1,890 ft2,320 ft
Base elevation928 ft1,804 ft
Lifts75
Runs4321
Beginner terrain33%29%
Intermediate terrain47%52%
Expert terrain20%19%
Night skiingYes-

Catamount Ski Area has the bigger vertical (961 ft vs 515 ft); Catamount Ski Area has more runs (43 vs 21); Catamount Ski Area skews more expert (20% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Catamount Ski AreaIndy Pass: 2 days
McCauley MountainNot 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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