Crested Butte Mountain Resort vs Vail
Crested Butte Mountain Resort (Colorado) and Vail (Colorado) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Crested Butte Mountain Resort | Vail |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 2,316 ft (706 m) | 3,494 ft (1,065 m) |
| Summit elevation | 11,444 ft | 11,539 ft |
| Base elevation | 9,131 ft | 8,045 ft |
| Lifts | 15 | 32 |
| Runs | 93 | 241 |
| Beginner terrain | 25% | 20% |
| Intermediate terrain | 52% | 34% |
| Expert terrain | 23% | 46% |
| Night skiing | No | No |
Vail has the bigger vertical (3,494 ft vs 2,316 ft); Vail has more runs (241 vs 93); Vail skews more expert (46% expert terrain).
Which pass covers them?
| Resort | Pass coverage (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Crested Butte Mountain Resort | Epic Pass: unlimited days |
| Vail | Epic Pass: unlimited days |
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