Echo Mountain Park vs Howelsen Hill Ski Area
Echo Mountain Park (Colorado) and Howelsen Hill Ski Area (Colorado) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Echo Mountain Park | Howelsen Hill Ski Area |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 597 ft (182 m) | 449 ft (137 m) |
| Summit elevation | 10,659 ft | 7,172 ft |
| Base elevation | 10,062 ft | 6,719 ft |
| Lifts | 2 | 4 |
| Runs | 8 | 19 |
| Beginner terrain | 63% | 47% |
| Intermediate terrain | 25% | 32% |
| Expert terrain | 12% | 21% |
| Night skiing | - | - |
Echo Mountain Park has the bigger vertical (597 ft vs 449 ft); Howelsen Hill Ski Area has more runs (19 vs 8); Howelsen Hill Ski Area skews more expert (21% expert terrain).
Which pass covers them?
| Resort | Pass coverage (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Echo Mountain Park | Indy Pass: 2 days |
| Howelsen Hill Ski Area | Indy Pass: 2 days |
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