Kirkwood Mountain Resort vs Mountain High
Kirkwood Mountain Resort (California) and Mountain High (California) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Kirkwood Mountain Resort | Mountain High |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 1,657 ft (505 m) | 1,594 ft (486 m) |
| Summit elevation | 9,469 ft | 8,182 ft |
| Base elevation | 7,815 ft | 6,588 ft |
| Lifts | 13 | 15 |
| Runs | 50 | 43 |
| Beginner terrain | 12% | 23% |
| Intermediate terrain | 32% | 33% |
| Expert terrain | 56% | 44% |
| Night skiing | No | Yes |
Kirkwood Mountain Resort has the bigger vertical (1,657 ft vs 1,594 ft); Kirkwood Mountain Resort has more runs (50 vs 43); Kirkwood Mountain Resort skews more expert (56% expert terrain).
Which pass covers them?
| Resort | Pass coverage (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Kirkwood Mountain Resort | Epic Pass: unlimited days |
| Mountain High | Indy 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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