Granlibakken vs Tahoe Donner

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

StatGranlibakkenTahoe Donner
Vertical drop207 ft (63 m)489 ft (149 m)
Summit elevation6,555 ft7,280 ft
Base elevation6,348 ft6,791 ft
Lifts15
Runs118
Beginner terrain0%18%
Intermediate terrain100%65%
Expert terrain0%17%
Night skiing--

Tahoe Donner has the bigger vertical (489 ft vs 207 ft); Tahoe Donner has more runs (18 vs 1); Tahoe Donner skews more expert (17% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
GranlibakkenNot on a major pass; lift tickets only
Tahoe DonnerNot on a major pass; lift tickets only

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