China Peak vs Dodge Ridge Ski Area

China Peak (California) and Dodge Ridge Ski Area (California) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatChina PeakDodge Ridge Ski Area
Vertical drop1,598 ft (487 m)1,572 ft (479 m)
Summit elevation8,629 ft8,143 ft
Base elevation7,031 ft6,572 ft
Lifts1111
Runs10556
Beginner terrain16%9%
Intermediate terrain60%45%
Expert terrain24%46%
Night skiingNoNo

China Peak has the bigger vertical (1,598 ft vs 1,572 ft); China Peak has more runs (105 vs 56); Dodge Ridge Ski Area skews more expert (46% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
China PeakIndy Pass: 2 days
Dodge Ridge Ski AreaIndy Pass: 2 days

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

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