Magic Mountain Resort vs Sun Valley

Magic Mountain Resort (Idaho) and Sun Valley (Idaho) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatMagic Mountain ResortSun Valley
Vertical drop620 ft (189 m)3,363 ft (1,025 m)
Summit elevation7,362 ft9,121 ft
Base elevation6,742 ft5,761 ft
Lifts312
Runs35142
Beginner terrain26%38%
Intermediate terrain31%27%
Expert terrain43%35%
Night skiing-No

Sun Valley has the bigger vertical (3,363 ft vs 620 ft); Sun Valley has more runs (142 vs 35); Magic Mountain Resort skews more expert (43% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Magic Mountain ResortNot on a major pass; lift tickets only
Sun ValleyIkon Pass: 7 daysMountain Collective: 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 →

Stay near Magic Mountain Resort

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