Eldora Mountain Resort vs Powderhorn Resort

Eldora Mountain Resort (Colorado) and Powderhorn Resort (Colorado) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatEldora Mountain ResortPowderhorn Resort
Vertical drop1,348 ft (411 m)1,650 ft (503 m)
Summit elevation10,604 ft9,833 ft
Base elevation9,255 ft8,182 ft
Lifts105
Runs6757
Beginner terrain21%25%
Intermediate terrain55%26%
Expert terrain24%49%
Night skiingNoNo

Powderhorn Resort has the bigger vertical (1,650 ft vs 1,348 ft); Eldora Mountain Resort has more runs (67 vs 57); Powderhorn Resort skews more expert (49% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Eldora Mountain ResortIkon Pass: unlimited days
Powderhorn ResortNot on a major pass; lift tickets only

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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