Cottonwood Butte vs Little Ski Hill
Cottonwood Butte (Idaho) and Little Ski Hill (Idaho) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Cottonwood Butte | Little Ski Hill |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 650 ft (198 m) | 397 ft (121 m) |
| Summit elevation | 5,489 ft | 5,584 ft |
| Base elevation | 4,839 ft | 5,187 ft |
| Lifts | 1 | 1 |
| Runs | 6 | 10 |
| Beginner terrain | 0% | 60% |
| Intermediate terrain | 50% | 20% |
| Expert terrain | 50% | 20% |
| Night skiing | - | - |
Cottonwood Butte has the bigger vertical (650 ft vs 397 ft); Little Ski Hill has more runs (10 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 |
| Little Ski Hill | Not 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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