Cuchara Mountain Resort vs Hesperus Ski Area
Cuchara Mountain Resort (Colorado) and Hesperus Ski Area (Colorado) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Cuchara Mountain Resort | Hesperus Ski Area |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 262 ft (80 m) | 623 ft (190 m) |
| Summit elevation | 9,524 ft | 8,898 ft |
| Base elevation | 9,262 ft | 8,278 ft |
| Lifts | 1 | 1 |
| Runs | 31 | 38 |
| Beginner terrain | 33% | 32% |
| Intermediate terrain | 43% | 37% |
| Expert terrain | 24% | 31% |
| Night skiing | - | - |
Hesperus Ski Area has the bigger vertical (623 ft vs 262 ft); Hesperus Ski Area has more runs (38 vs 31); Hesperus Ski Area skews more expert (31% expert terrain).
Which pass covers them?
| Resort | Pass coverage (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Cuchara Mountain Resort | Indy Pass: 2 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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