Elk Mountain vs Sundance Resort

Elk Mountain (Utah) and Sundance Resort (Utah) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatElk MountainSundance Resort
Vertical drop1,243 ft (379 m)2,149 ft (655 m)
Summit elevation10,571 ft8,248 ft
Base elevation9,327 ft6,099 ft
Lifts59
Runs4587
Beginner terrain18%21%
Intermediate terrain56%39%
Expert terrain26%40%
Night skiingNoYes

Sundance Resort has the bigger vertical (2,149 ft vs 1,243 ft); Sundance Resort has more runs (87 vs 45); Sundance Resort skews more expert (40% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Elk MountainNot on a major pass; lift tickets only
Sundance 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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