Farellones vs La Parva

Farellones (Metropolitana) and La Parva (Metropolitana) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatFarellonesLa Parva
Vertical drop922 ft (281 m)3,035 ft (925 m)
Summit elevation8,596 ft11,719 ft
Base elevation7,674 ft8,684 ft
Lifts515
Runs1393
Beginner terrain62%32%
Intermediate terrain38%54%
Expert terrain0%14%
Night skiing--

La Parva has the bigger vertical (3,035 ft vs 922 ft); La Parva has more runs (93 vs 13); La Parva skews more expert (14% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
FarellonesNot on a major pass; lift tickets only
La ParvaNot on a major pass; lift tickets only

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