Iwappara Ski Resort vs Naeba Ski Resort

Iwappara Ski Resort (Niigata Prefecture) and Naeba Ski Resort (Niigata Prefecture) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatIwappara Ski ResortNaeba Ski Resort
Vertical drop1,929 ft (588 m)2,963 ft (903 m)
Summit elevation3,228 ft5,856 ft
Base elevation1,299 ft2,894 ft
Lifts714
Runs1629
Beginner terrain53%38%
Intermediate terrain33%34%
Expert terrain14%28%
Night skiing--

Naeba Ski Resort has the bigger vertical (2,963 ft vs 1,929 ft); Naeba Ski Resort has more runs (29 vs 16); Naeba Ski Resort skews more expert (28% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Iwappara Ski ResortNot on a major pass; lift tickets only
Naeba Ski ResortNot on a major pass; lift tickets only

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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