Cupid Valley vs Iwappara Ski Resort

Cupid Valley (Niigata Prefecture) and Iwappara Ski Resort (Niigata Prefecture) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatCupid ValleyIwappara Ski Resort
Vertical drop951 ft (290 m)1,929 ft (588 m)
Summit elevation2,365 ft3,228 ft
Base elevation1,414 ft1,299 ft
Lifts37
Runs316
Beginner terrain67%53%
Intermediate terrain33%33%
Expert terrain0%14%
Night skiing--

Iwappara Ski Resort has the bigger vertical (1,929 ft vs 951 ft); Iwappara Ski Resort has more runs (16 vs 3); Iwappara Ski Resort skews more expert (14% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Cupid ValleyIndy Pass: 2 days
Iwappara Ski ResortNot 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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