Heavenly Mountain Resort vs Kirkwood Mountain Resort
Heavenly Mountain Resort (Nevada) and Kirkwood Mountain Resort (California) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Heavenly Mountain Resort | Kirkwood Mountain Resort |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 3,320 ft (1,012 m) | 1,657 ft (505 m) |
| Summit elevation | 9,964 ft | 9,469 ft |
| Base elevation | 6,644 ft | 7,815 ft |
| Lifts | 26 | 13 |
| Runs | 141 | 50 |
| Beginner terrain | 15% | 12% |
| Intermediate terrain | 54% | 32% |
| Expert terrain | 31% | 56% |
| Night skiing | No | No |
Heavenly Mountain Resort has the bigger vertical (3,320 ft vs 1,657 ft); Heavenly Mountain Resort has more runs (141 vs 50); Kirkwood Mountain Resort skews more expert (56% expert terrain).
Which pass covers them?
| Resort | Pass coverage (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Heavenly Mountain Resort | Epic Pass: unlimited days |
| Kirkwood Mountain Resort | Epic Pass: unlimited days |
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