Great Divide Snowsports vs Showdown Ski Area

Great Divide Snowsports (Montana) and Showdown Ski Area (Montana) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatGreat Divide SnowsportsShowdown Ski Area
Vertical drop1,394 ft (425 m)1,316 ft (401 m)
Summit elevation7,198 ft8,189 ft
Base elevation5,804 ft6,873 ft
Lifts64
Runs10943
Beginner terrain9%36%
Intermediate terrain54%36%
Expert terrain37%28%
Night skiingYesNo

Great Divide Snowsports has the bigger vertical (1,394 ft vs 1,316 ft); Great Divide Snowsports has more runs (109 vs 43); Great Divide Snowsports skews more expert (37% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Great Divide SnowsportsNot on a major pass; lift tickets only
Showdown 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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