Mammoth Mountain Ski Area vs Sugar Bowl Ski Resort
Mammoth Mountain Ski Area (California) and Sugar Bowl Ski Resort (California) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Mammoth Mountain Ski Area | Sugar Bowl Ski Resort |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 2,963 ft (903 m) | 1,453 ft (443 m) |
| Summit elevation | 11,024 ft | 8,366 ft |
| Base elevation | 8,061 ft | 6,916 ft |
| Lifts | 28 | 12 |
| Runs | 154 | 87 |
| Beginner terrain | 22% | 20% |
| Intermediate terrain | 56% | 51% |
| Expert terrain | 22% | 29% |
| Night skiing | No | No |
Mammoth Mountain Ski Area has the bigger vertical (2,963 ft vs 1,453 ft); Mammoth Mountain Ski Area has more runs (154 vs 87); Sugar Bowl Ski Resort skews more expert (29% expert terrain).
Which pass covers them?
| Resort | Pass coverage (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Mammoth Mountain Ski Area | Ikon Pass: unlimited days |
| Sugar Bowl Ski Resort | Mountain 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 →
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