Cottonwood Butte vs Kelly Canyon
Cottonwood Butte (Idaho) and Kelly Canyon (Idaho) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Cottonwood Butte | Kelly Canyon |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 650 ft (198 m) | 879 ft (268 m) |
| Summit elevation | 5,489 ft | 6,683 ft |
| Base elevation | 4,839 ft | 5,807 ft |
| Lifts | 1 | 4 |
| Runs | 6 | 56 |
| Beginner terrain | 0% | 30% |
| Intermediate terrain | 50% | 54% |
| Expert terrain | 50% | 16% |
| Night skiing | - | Yes |
Kelly Canyon has the bigger vertical (879 ft vs 650 ft); Kelly Canyon has more runs (56 vs 6); Cottonwood Butte skews more expert (50% expert terrain).
Which pass covers them?
| Resort | Pass coverage (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Cottonwood Butte | Not on a major pass; lift tickets only |
| Kelly Canyon | Indy Pass: 2 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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