Crested Butte Mountain Resort vs Powderhorn Resort
Crested Butte Mountain Resort (Colorado) and Powderhorn Resort (Colorado) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Crested Butte Mountain Resort | Powderhorn Resort |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 2,316 ft (706 m) | 1,650 ft (503 m) |
| Summit elevation | 11,444 ft | 9,833 ft |
| Base elevation | 9,131 ft | 8,182 ft |
| Lifts | 15 | 5 |
| Runs | 93 | 57 |
| Beginner terrain | 25% | 25% |
| Intermediate terrain | 52% | 26% |
| Expert terrain | 23% | 49% |
| Night skiing | No | No |
Crested Butte Mountain Resort has the bigger vertical (2,316 ft vs 1,650 ft); Crested Butte Mountain Resort has more runs (93 vs 57); Powderhorn Resort skews more expert (49% expert terrain).
Which pass covers them?
| Resort | Pass coverage (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Crested Butte Mountain Resort | Epic Pass: unlimited days |
| Powderhorn Resort | 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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