Montage Mountain vs Swain

Montage Mountain (Pennsylvania) and Swain (New York) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatMontage MountainSwain
Vertical drop1,001 ft (305 m)548 ft (167 m)
Summit elevation1,939 ft1,867 ft
Base elevation942 ft1,322 ft
Lifts65
Runs2532
Beginner terrain48%34%
Intermediate terrain36%31%
Expert terrain16%35%
Night skiingYesYes

Montage Mountain has the bigger vertical (1,001 ft vs 548 ft); Swain has more runs (32 vs 25); Swain skews more expert (35% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Montage MountainIndy Pass: 2 days
SwainIndy Pass: 2 days

One pass covers both: Indy Pass. Check your full resort list in the pass finder →

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