Coffee Mill vs Giants Ridge

Coffee Mill (Minnesota) and Giants Ridge (Minnesota) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatCoffee MillGiants Ridge
Vertical drop404 ft (123 m)430 ft (131 m)
Summit elevation1,155 ft1,844 ft
Base elevation751 ft1,414 ft
Lifts38
Runs1239
Beginner terrain33%36%
Intermediate terrain25%44%
Expert terrain42%20%
Night skiing-Yes

Giants Ridge has the bigger vertical (430 ft vs 404 ft); Giants Ridge has more runs (39 vs 12); Coffee Mill skews more expert (42% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Coffee MillIndy Pass: 2 days
Giants RidgeNot 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 →

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