Gala Yuzawa vs Matsudai Family Ski Resort

Gala Yuzawa (Niigata Prefecture) and Matsudai Family Ski Resort (Niigata Prefecture) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatGala YuzawaMatsudai Family Ski Resort
Vertical drop2,694 ft (821 m)620 ft (189 m)
Summit elevation3,865 ft1,266 ft
Base elevation1,175 ft646 ft
Lifts112
Runs484
Beginner terrain62%50%
Intermediate terrain31%50%
Expert terrain7%0%
Night skiing--

Gala Yuzawa has the bigger vertical (2,694 ft vs 620 ft); Gala Yuzawa has more runs (48 vs 4); Gala Yuzawa skews more expert (7% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Gala YuzawaNot on a major pass; lift tickets only
Matsudai Family Ski 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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