Catamount Ski Area vs Ski Big Bear

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

StatCatamount Ski AreaSki Big Bear
Vertical drop961 ft (293 m)581 ft (177 m)
Summit elevation1,890 ft1,283 ft
Base elevation928 ft702 ft
Lifts76
Runs4317
Beginner terrain33%29%
Intermediate terrain47%35%
Expert terrain20%36%
Night skiingYes-

Catamount Ski Area has the bigger vertical (961 ft vs 581 ft); Catamount Ski Area has more runs (43 vs 17); Ski Big Bear skews more expert (36% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Catamount Ski AreaIndy Pass: 2 days
Ski Big BearIndy Pass: 2 days

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

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