Deer Valley vs Elk Mountain

Deer Valley (Utah) and Elk Mountain (Utah) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatDeer ValleyElk Mountain
Vertical drop3,100 ft (945 m)1,243 ft (379 m)
Summit elevation9,554 ft10,571 ft
Base elevation6,450 ft9,327 ft
Lifts365
Runs34345
Beginner terrain32%18%
Intermediate terrain43%56%
Expert terrain25%26%
Night skiingNoNo

Deer Valley has the bigger vertical (3,100 ft vs 1,243 ft); Deer Valley has more runs (343 vs 45); Elk Mountain skews more expert (26% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Deer ValleyIkon Pass: 7 days
Elk MountainNot 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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