Harper Mountain vs Shames Mountain Ski Area

Harper Mountain (British Columbia) and Shames Mountain Ski Area (British Columbia) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatHarper MountainShames Mountain Ski Area
Vertical drop1,312 ft (400 m)1,467 ft (447 m)
Summit elevation4,865 ft3,809 ft
Base elevation3,553 ft2,346 ft
Lifts43
Runs1827
Beginner terrain11%26%
Intermediate terrain44%56%
Expert terrain45%18%
Night skiing--

Shames Mountain Ski Area has the bigger vertical (1,467 ft vs 1,312 ft); Shames Mountain Ski Area has more runs (27 vs 18); Harper Mountain skews more expert (45% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Harper MountainNot on a major pass; lift tickets only
Shames Mountain Ski AreaIndy Pass: 2 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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