Fairmont Hot Springs vs Shames Mountain Ski Area

Fairmont Hot Springs (British Columbia) and Shames Mountain Ski Area (British Columbia) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatFairmont Hot SpringsShames Mountain Ski Area
Vertical drop856 ft (261 m)1,467 ft (447 m)
Summit elevation4,846 ft3,809 ft
Base elevation3,990 ft2,346 ft
Lifts33
Runs2527
Beginner terrain45%26%
Intermediate terrain27%56%
Expert terrain28%18%
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Shames Mountain Ski Area has the bigger vertical (1,467 ft vs 856 ft); Shames Mountain Ski Area has more runs (27 vs 25); Fairmont Hot Springs skews more expert (28% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Fairmont Hot SpringsIndy Pass: 2 days
Shames Mountain Ski AreaIndy Pass: 2 days

One pass covers both: Indy Pass. Check your full resort list in the pass finder →

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