Maiko Snow Resort vs NASPA Ski Garden

Maiko Snow Resort (Niigata Prefecture) and NASPA Ski Garden (Niigata Prefecture) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatMaiko Snow ResortNASPA Ski Garden
Vertical drop2,142 ft (653 m)827 ft (252 m)
Summit elevation2,989 ft2,238 ft
Base elevation846 ft1,414 ft
Lifts106
Runs268
Beginner terrain50%43%
Intermediate terrain35%57%
Expert terrain15%0%
Night skiing--

Maiko Snow Resort has the bigger vertical (2,142 ft vs 827 ft); Maiko Snow Resort has more runs (26 vs 8); Maiko Snow Resort skews more expert (15% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Maiko Snow ResortIndy Pass: 2 days
NASPA Ski GardenNot 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 →

Stay near Maiko Snow Resort

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More detail: Maiko Snow Resort stats · NASPA Ski Garden stats