Echo Mountain Park vs Vail
Echo Mountain Park (Colorado) and Vail (Colorado) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Echo Mountain Park | Vail |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 597 ft (182 m) | 3,494 ft (1,065 m) |
| Summit elevation | 10,659 ft | 11,539 ft |
| Base elevation | 10,062 ft | 8,045 ft |
| Lifts | 2 | 32 |
| Runs | 8 | 241 |
| Beginner terrain | 63% | 20% |
| Intermediate terrain | 25% | 34% |
| Expert terrain | 12% | 46% |
| Night skiing | - | No |
Vail has the bigger vertical (3,494 ft vs 597 ft); Vail has more runs (241 vs 8); Vail skews more expert (46% expert terrain).
Which pass covers them?
| Resort | Pass coverage (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Echo Mountain Park | Indy Pass: 2 days |
| Vail | 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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