Lost Valley Ski Area vs Whaleback

Lost Valley Ski Area (Maine) and Whaleback (New Hampshire) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatLost Valley Ski AreaWhaleback
Vertical drop230 ft (70 m)646 ft (197 m)
Summit elevation486 ft1,788 ft
Base elevation256 ft1,142 ft
Lifts35
Runs2737
Beginner terrain36%41%
Intermediate terrain40%46%
Expert terrain24%13%
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Whaleback has the bigger vertical (646 ft vs 230 ft); Whaleback has more runs (37 vs 27); Lost Valley Ski Area skews more expert (24% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Lost Valley Ski AreaIndy 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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