Gala Yuzawa vs Koide Ski Area
Gala Yuzawa (Niigata Prefecture) and Koide Ski Area (Niigata Prefecture) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Gala Yuzawa | Koide Ski Area |
|---|
| Vertical drop | 2,694 ft (821 m) | 423 ft (129 m) |
| Summit elevation | 3,865 ft | 846 ft |
| Base elevation | 1,175 ft | 423 ft |
| Lifts | 11 | 3 |
| Runs | 48 | 7 |
| Beginner terrain | 62% | 43% |
| Intermediate terrain | 31% | 43% |
| Expert terrain | 7% | 14% |
| Night skiing | - | - |
Gala Yuzawa has the bigger vertical (2,694 ft vs 423 ft); Gala Yuzawa has more runs (48 vs 7); Koide Ski Area skews more expert (14% expert terrain).
Which pass covers them?
| Resort | Pass coverage (2026-27) |
|---|
| Gala Yuzawa | Not on a major pass; lift tickets only |
| Koide Ski Area | Not 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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