Kirkwood Mountain Resort vs Snow Valley Mountain Resort
Kirkwood Mountain Resort (California) and Snow Valley Mountain Resort (California) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Kirkwood Mountain Resort | Snow Valley Mountain Resort |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 1,657 ft (505 m) | 1,109 ft (338 m) |
| Summit elevation | 9,469 ft | 7,835 ft |
| Base elevation | 7,815 ft | 6,726 ft |
| Lifts | 13 | 13 |
| Runs | 50 | 42 |
| Beginner terrain | 12% | 28% |
| Intermediate terrain | 32% | 41% |
| Expert terrain | 56% | 31% |
| Night skiing | No | - |
Kirkwood Mountain Resort has the bigger vertical (1,657 ft vs 1,109 ft); Kirkwood Mountain Resort has more runs (50 vs 42); 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 |
| Snow Valley Mountain Resort | Ikon Pass: 7 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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