Cottonwood Butte vs Schweitzer Mountain
Cottonwood Butte (Idaho) and Schweitzer Mountain (Idaho) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Cottonwood Butte | Schweitzer Mountain |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 650 ft (198 m) | 2,388 ft (728 m) |
| Summit elevation | 5,489 ft | 6,394 ft |
| Base elevation | 4,839 ft | 4,006 ft |
| Lifts | 1 | 10 |
| Runs | 6 | 104 |
| Beginner terrain | 0% | 3% |
| Intermediate terrain | 50% | 45% |
| Expert terrain | 50% | 52% |
| Night skiing | - | Yes |
Schweitzer Mountain has the bigger vertical (2,388 ft vs 650 ft); Schweitzer Mountain has more runs (104 vs 6); Schweitzer Mountain skews more expert (52% expert terrain).
Which pass covers them?
| Resort | Pass coverage (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Cottonwood Butte | Not on a major pass; lift tickets only |
| Schweitzer Mountain | Ikon 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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