Fairmont Hot Springs vs Ski Smithers

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

StatFairmont Hot SpringsSki Smithers
Vertical drop856 ft (261 m)1,729 ft (527 m)
Summit elevation4,846 ft5,479 ft
Base elevation3,990 ft3,750 ft
Lifts34
Runs2543
Beginner terrain45%48%
Intermediate terrain27%33%
Expert terrain28%19%
Night skiing--

Ski Smithers has the bigger vertical (1,729 ft vs 856 ft); Ski Smithers has more runs (43 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
Ski SmithersNot 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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