Dodge Ridge Ski Area vs Sugar Bowl Ski Resort
Dodge Ridge Ski Area (California) and Sugar Bowl Ski Resort (California) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Dodge Ridge Ski Area | Sugar Bowl Ski Resort |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 1,572 ft (479 m) | 1,453 ft (443 m) |
| Summit elevation | 8,143 ft | 8,366 ft |
| Base elevation | 6,572 ft | 6,916 ft |
| Lifts | 11 | 12 |
| Runs | 56 | 87 |
| Beginner terrain | 9% | 20% |
| Intermediate terrain | 45% | 51% |
| Expert terrain | 46% | 29% |
| Night skiing | No | No |
Dodge Ridge Ski Area has the bigger vertical (1,572 ft vs 1,453 ft); Sugar Bowl Ski Resort has more runs (87 vs 56); Dodge Ridge Ski Area skews more expert (46% expert terrain).
Which pass covers them?
| Resort | Pass coverage (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Dodge Ridge Ski Area | Indy Pass: 2 days |
| Sugar Bowl Ski Resort | Mountain Collective: 2 days |
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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