Crested Butte Mountain Resort vs Loveland Ski Area
Crested Butte Mountain Resort (Colorado) and Loveland Ski Area (Colorado) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Crested Butte Mountain Resort | Loveland Ski Area |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 2,316 ft (706 m) | 2,044 ft (623 m) |
| Summit elevation | 11,444 ft | 12,684 ft |
| Base elevation | 9,131 ft | 10,640 ft |
| Lifts | 15 | 11 |
| Runs | 93 | 104 |
| Beginner terrain | 25% | 19% |
| Intermediate terrain | 52% | 50% |
| Expert terrain | 23% | 31% |
| Night skiing | No | No |
Crested Butte Mountain Resort has the bigger vertical (2,316 ft vs 2,044 ft); Loveland Ski Area has more runs (104 vs 93); Loveland 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 |
| Loveland Ski Area | 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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