Gibson Pass Ski Area vs Shames Mountain Ski Area

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

StatGibson Pass Ski AreaShames Mountain Ski Area
Vertical drop1,411 ft (430 m)1,467 ft (447 m)
Summit elevation5,869 ft3,809 ft
Base elevation4,459 ft2,346 ft
Lifts53
Runs5927
Beginner terrain34%26%
Intermediate terrain31%56%
Expert terrain35%18%
Night skiing--

Shames Mountain Ski Area has the bigger vertical (1,467 ft vs 1,411 ft); Gibson Pass Ski Area has more runs (59 vs 27); Gibson Pass Ski Area skews more expert (35% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Gibson Pass Ski AreaNot on a major pass; lift tickets only
Shames Mountain Ski AreaIndy Pass: 2 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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