Cottonwood Butte vs Sun Valley
Cottonwood Butte (Idaho) and Sun Valley (Idaho) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Cottonwood Butte | Sun Valley |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 650 ft (198 m) | 3,363 ft (1,025 m) |
| Summit elevation | 5,489 ft | 9,121 ft |
| Base elevation | 4,839 ft | 5,761 ft |
| Lifts | 1 | 12 |
| Runs | 6 | 142 |
| Beginner terrain | 0% | 38% |
| Intermediate terrain | 50% | 27% |
| Expert terrain | 50% | 35% |
| Night skiing | - | No |
Sun Valley has the bigger vertical (3,363 ft vs 650 ft); Sun Valley has more runs (142 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 |
| Sun Valley | Ikon Pass: 7 daysMountain Collective: 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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