Chestnut Mountain vs Sundown Mountain Resort
Chestnut Mountain (Illinois) and Sundown Mountain Resort (Iowa) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Chestnut Mountain | Sundown Mountain Resort |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 410 ft (125 m) | 430 ft (131 m) |
| Summit elevation | 1,014 ft | 1,152 ft |
| Base elevation | 604 ft | 722 ft |
| Lifts | 8 | 6 |
| Runs | 21 | 16 |
| Beginner terrain | 21% | 50% |
| Intermediate terrain | 58% | 38% |
| Expert terrain | 21% | 12% |
| Night skiing | - | - |
Sundown Mountain Resort has the bigger vertical (430 ft vs 410 ft); Chestnut Mountain has more runs (21 vs 16); Chestnut Mountain skews more expert (21% expert terrain).
Which pass covers them?
| Resort | Pass coverage (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Chestnut Mountain | Indy Pass: 2 days |
| Sundown Mountain Resort | Indy Pass: 2 days |
One pass covers both: Indy Pass. Check your full resort list in the pass finder →
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