Donner Ski Ranch vs Kirkwood Mountain Resort
Donner Ski Ranch (California) and Kirkwood Mountain Resort (California) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Donner Ski Ranch | Kirkwood Mountain Resort |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 538 ft (164 m) | 1,657 ft (505 m) |
| Summit elevation | 7,310 ft | 9,469 ft |
| Base elevation | 6,772 ft | 7,815 ft |
| Lifts | 6 | 13 |
| Runs | 18 | 50 |
| Beginner terrain | 53% | 12% |
| Intermediate terrain | 18% | 32% |
| Expert terrain | 29% | 56% |
| Night skiing | - | No |
Kirkwood Mountain Resort has the bigger vertical (1,657 ft vs 538 ft); Kirkwood Mountain Resort has more runs (50 vs 18); Kirkwood Mountain Resort skews more expert (56% expert terrain).
Which pass covers them?
| Resort | Pass coverage (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Donner Ski Ranch | Indy Pass: 2 days |
| Kirkwood Mountain Resort | Epic Pass: unlimited 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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