Hakuba Sanosaka Snow Resort vs Maruike Ski Area

Hakuba Sanosaka Snow Resort (Nagano Prefecture) and Maruike Ski Area (Nagano Prefecture) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatHakuba Sanosaka Snow ResortMaruike Ski Area
Vertical drop1,165 ft (355 m)361 ft (110 m)
Summit elevation3,760 ft5,154 ft
Base elevation2,595 ft4,793 ft
Lifts42
Runs106
Beginner terrain20%60%
Intermediate terrain50%20%
Expert terrain30%20%
Night skiing--

Hakuba Sanosaka Snow Resort has the bigger vertical (1,165 ft vs 361 ft); Hakuba Sanosaka Snow Resort has more runs (10 vs 6); Hakuba Sanosaka Snow Resort skews more expert (30% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Hakuba Sanosaka Snow ResortNot on a major pass; lift tickets only
Maruike Ski AreaIkon 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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