Gibson Pass Ski Area vs Kicking Horse Resort

Gibson Pass Ski Area (British Columbia) and Kicking Horse Resort (British Columbia) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatGibson Pass Ski AreaKicking Horse Resort
Vertical drop1,411 ft (430 m)3,812 ft (1,162 m)
Summit elevation5,869 ft7,953 ft
Base elevation4,459 ft4,140 ft
Lifts55
Runs5958
Beginner terrain34%29%
Intermediate terrain31%31%
Expert terrain35%40%
Night skiing-No

Kicking Horse Resort has the bigger vertical (3,812 ft vs 1,411 ft); Gibson Pass Ski Area has more runs (59 vs 58); Kicking Horse Resort skews more expert (40% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Gibson Pass Ski AreaNot on a major pass; lift tickets only
Kicking Horse ResortEpic Pass: 7 days

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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