Grouse Mountain vs Whistler Blackcomb

Grouse Mountain (British Columbia) and Whistler Blackcomb (British Columbia) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatGrouse MountainWhistler Blackcomb
Vertical drop1,168 ft (356 m)5,269 ft (1,606 m)
Summit elevation4,029 ft7,411 ft
Base elevation2,861 ft2,142 ft
Lifts836
Runs54619
Beginner terrain29%29%
Intermediate terrain53%34%
Expert terrain18%37%
Night skiingYesNo

Whistler Blackcomb has the bigger vertical (5,269 ft vs 1,168 ft); Whistler Blackcomb has more runs (619 vs 54); Whistler Blackcomb skews more expert (37% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Grouse MountainNot on a major pass; lift tickets only
Whistler BlackcombEpic Pass: unlimited 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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