Cypress Mountain Ski Area vs Ski Smithers

Cypress Mountain Ski Area (British Columbia) and Ski Smithers (British Columbia) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatCypress Mountain Ski AreaSki Smithers
Vertical drop1,975 ft (602 m)1,729 ft (527 m)
Summit elevation4,678 ft5,479 ft
Base elevation2,703 ft3,750 ft
Lifts74
Runs7943
Beginner terrain21%48%
Intermediate terrain50%33%
Expert terrain29%19%
Night skiingYes-

Cypress Mountain Ski Area has the bigger vertical (1,975 ft vs 1,729 ft); Cypress Mountain Ski Area has more runs (79 vs 43); Cypress Mountain Ski Area skews more expert (29% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Cypress Mountain Ski AreaIkon Pass: 7 days
Ski SmithersNot 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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