Granlibakken vs Sierra-at-Tahoe

Granlibakken (California) and Sierra-at-Tahoe (California) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatGranlibakkenSierra-at-Tahoe
Vertical drop207 ft (63 m)2,175 ft (663 m)
Summit elevation6,555 ft8,835 ft
Base elevation6,348 ft6,660 ft
Lifts113
Runs141
Beginner terrain0%41%
Intermediate terrain100%41%
Expert terrain0%18%
Night skiing-No

Sierra-at-Tahoe has the bigger vertical (2,175 ft vs 207 ft); Sierra-at-Tahoe has more runs (41 vs 1); Sierra-at-Tahoe skews more expert (18% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
GranlibakkenNot on a major pass; lift tickets only
Sierra-at-TahoeIkon 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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