Madarao Kōgen Ski Resort vs Ontake Ski Resort

Madarao Kōgen Ski Resort (Nagano Prefecture) and Ontake Ski Resort (Nagano Prefecture) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatMadarao Kōgen Ski ResortOntake Ski Resort
Vertical drop1,381 ft (421 m)1,732 ft (528 m)
Summit elevation4,393 ft7,257 ft
Base elevation3,012 ft5,525 ft
Lifts93
Runs3616
Beginner terrain39%53%
Intermediate terrain42%20%
Expert terrain19%27%
Night skiing--

Ontake Ski Resort has the bigger vertical (1,732 ft vs 1,381 ft); Madarao Kōgen Ski Resort has more runs (36 vs 16); Ontake Ski Resort skews more expert (27% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Madarao Kōgen Ski ResortNot on a major pass; lift tickets only
Ontake 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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