Homewood Mountain Resort vs Sugar Bowl Ski Resort
Homewood Mountain Resort (California) and Sugar Bowl Ski Resort (California) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Homewood Mountain Resort | Sugar Bowl Ski Resort |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 1,640 ft (500 m) | 1,453 ft (443 m) |
| Summit elevation | 7,884 ft | 8,366 ft |
| Base elevation | 6,243 ft | 6,916 ft |
| Lifts | 7 | 12 |
| Runs | 70 | 87 |
| Beginner terrain | 11% | 20% |
| Intermediate terrain | 53% | 51% |
| Expert terrain | 36% | 29% |
| Night skiing | No | No |
Homewood Mountain Resort has the bigger vertical (1,640 ft vs 1,453 ft); Sugar Bowl Ski Resort has more runs (87 vs 70); Homewood Mountain Resort skews more expert (36% expert terrain).
Which pass covers them?
| Resort | Pass coverage (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Homewood Mountain Resort | Not on a major pass; lift tickets only |
| Sugar Bowl Ski Resort | Mountain Collective: 2 days |
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