Crested Butte Mountain Resort vs Hesperus Ski Area
Crested Butte Mountain Resort (Colorado) and Hesperus Ski Area (Colorado) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Crested Butte Mountain Resort | Hesperus Ski Area |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 2,316 ft (706 m) | 623 ft (190 m) |
| Summit elevation | 11,444 ft | 8,898 ft |
| Base elevation | 9,131 ft | 8,278 ft |
| Lifts | 15 | 1 |
| Runs | 93 | 38 |
| Beginner terrain | 25% | 32% |
| Intermediate terrain | 52% | 37% |
| Expert terrain | 23% | 31% |
| Night skiing | No | - |
Crested Butte Mountain Resort has the bigger vertical (2,316 ft vs 623 ft); Crested Butte Mountain Resort has more runs (93 vs 38); Hesperus Ski Area skews more expert (31% expert terrain).
Which pass covers them?
| Resort | Pass coverage (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Crested Butte Mountain Resort | Epic Pass: unlimited days |
| Hesperus Ski Area | 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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