Durango Mountain Resort vs Steamboat Ski Resort

Durango Mountain Resort (Colorado) and Steamboat Ski Resort (Colorado) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatDurango Mountain ResortSteamboat Ski Resort
Vertical drop1,952 ft (595 m)3,648 ft (1,112 m)
Summit elevation10,797 ft10,541 ft
Base elevation8,845 ft6,893 ft
Lifts1421
Runs89199
Beginner terrain20%17%
Intermediate terrain47%38%
Expert terrain33%45%
Night skiingNoYes

Steamboat Ski Resort has the bigger vertical (3,648 ft vs 1,952 ft); Steamboat Ski Resort has more runs (199 vs 89); Steamboat Ski Resort skews more expert (45% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Durango Mountain ResortNot on a major pass; lift tickets only
Steamboat Ski ResortIkon Pass: unlimited daysIndy Pass: 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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