Catamount Ski Area vs Whaleback

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

StatCatamount Ski AreaWhaleback
Vertical drop961 ft (293 m)646 ft (197 m)
Summit elevation1,890 ft1,788 ft
Base elevation928 ft1,142 ft
Lifts75
Runs4337
Beginner terrain33%41%
Intermediate terrain47%46%
Expert terrain20%13%
Night skiingYes-

Catamount Ski Area has the bigger vertical (961 ft vs 646 ft); Catamount Ski Area has more runs (43 vs 37); Catamount Ski Area skews more expert (20% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

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

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

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