China Peak vs Mount Baldy Ski Lifts

China Peak (California) and Mount Baldy Ski Lifts (California) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatChina PeakMount Baldy Ski Lifts
Vertical drop1,598 ft (487 m)2,087 ft (636 m)
Summit elevation8,629 ft8,566 ft
Base elevation7,031 ft6,476 ft
Lifts114
Runs10529
Beginner terrain16%15%
Intermediate terrain60%30%
Expert terrain24%55%
Night skiingNoNo

Mount Baldy Ski Lifts has the bigger vertical (2,087 ft vs 1,598 ft); China Peak has more runs (105 vs 29); Mount Baldy Ski Lifts skews more expert (55% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
China PeakIndy Pass: 2 days
Mount Baldy Ski LiftsNot 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 →

Stay near China Peak

Lodging near the base fills up first during peak weeks. Search stays near China Peak

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