Granlibakken vs Rim Nordic Ski Area

Granlibakken (California) and Rim Nordic Ski Area (California) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatGranlibakkenRim Nordic Ski Area
Vertical drop207 ft (63 m)1,109 ft (338 m)
Summit elevation6,555 ft7,835 ft
Base elevation6,348 ft6,726 ft
Lifts113
Runs142
Beginner terrain0%28%
Intermediate terrain100%41%
Expert terrain0%31%
Night skiing-No

Rim Nordic Ski Area has the bigger vertical (1,109 ft vs 207 ft); Rim Nordic Ski Area has more runs (42 vs 1); Rim Nordic Ski Area skews more expert (31% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
GranlibakkenNot on a major pass; lift tickets only
Rim Nordic Ski AreaNot 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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