Discovery Ski Area vs Whitefish Mountain Resort
Discovery Ski Area (Montana) and Whitefish Mountain Resort (Montana) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Discovery Ski Area | Whitefish Mountain Resort |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 2,438 ft (743 m) | 2,293 ft (699 m) |
| Summit elevation | 8,156 ft | 6,768 ft |
| Base elevation | 5,719 ft | 4,475 ft |
| Lifts | 8 | 16 |
| Runs | 50 | 137 |
| Beginner terrain | 22% | 20% |
| Intermediate terrain | 44% | 42% |
| Expert terrain | 34% | 38% |
| Night skiing | No | Yes |
Discovery Ski Area has the bigger vertical (2,438 ft vs 2,293 ft); Whitefish Mountain Resort has more runs (137 vs 50); Whitefish Mountain Resort skews more expert (38% expert terrain).
Which pass covers them?
| Resort | Pass coverage (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Discovery Ski Area | Not on a major pass; lift tickets only |
| Whitefish Mountain Resort | 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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