Great Bear Recreation Park vs Mount Kato
Great Bear Recreation Park (South Dakota) and Mount Kato (Minnesota) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Great Bear Recreation Park | Mount Kato |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 164 ft (50 m) | 223 ft (68 m) |
| Summit elevation | 1,516 ft | 1,010 ft |
| Base elevation | 1,352 ft | 787 ft |
| Lifts | 3 | 10 |
| Runs | 15 | 19 |
| Beginner terrain | 13% | 21% |
| Intermediate terrain | 40% | 47% |
| Expert terrain | 47% | 32% |
| Night skiing | - | - |
Mount Kato has the bigger vertical (223 ft vs 164 ft); Mount Kato has more runs (19 vs 15); Great Bear Recreation Park skews more expert (47% expert terrain).
Which pass covers them?
| Resort | Pass coverage (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Great Bear Recreation Park | Indy Pass: 2 days |
| Mount Kato | Indy Pass: 2 days |
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