King Pine vs Whaleback

King Pine (New Hampshire) and Whaleback (New Hampshire) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatKing PineWhaleback
Vertical drop325 ft (99 m)646 ft (197 m)
Summit elevation791 ft1,788 ft
Base elevation469 ft1,142 ft
Lifts55
Runs1537
Beginner terrain47%41%
Intermediate terrain40%46%
Expert terrain13%13%
Night skiingYes-

Whaleback has the bigger vertical (646 ft vs 325 ft); Whaleback has more runs (37 vs 15).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
King PineIndy Pass: 2 days
WhalebackIndy Pass: 2 days

One pass covers both: Indy Pass. Check your full resort list in the pass finder →

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