Coppervale Ski Area vs Kirkwood Mountain Resort
Coppervale Ski Area (California) and Kirkwood Mountain Resort (California) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Coppervale Ski Area | Kirkwood Mountain Resort |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 554 ft (169 m) | 1,657 ft (505 m) |
| Summit elevation | 5,820 ft | 9,469 ft |
| Base elevation | 5,262 ft | 7,815 ft |
| Lifts | 2 | 13 |
| Runs | 5 | 50 |
| Beginner terrain | 40% | 12% |
| Intermediate terrain | 40% | 32% |
| Expert terrain | 20% | 56% |
| Night skiing | - | No |
Kirkwood Mountain Resort has the bigger vertical (1,657 ft vs 554 ft); Kirkwood Mountain Resort has more runs (50 vs 5); Kirkwood Mountain Resort skews more expert (56% expert terrain).
Which pass covers them?
| Resort | Pass coverage (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Coppervale Ski Area | Not on a major pass; lift tickets only |
| Kirkwood Mountain Resort | Epic Pass: unlimited days |
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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