Mount Baldy Ski Lifts vs Palisades Tahoe

Mount Baldy Ski Lifts (California) and Palisades Tahoe (California) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatMount Baldy Ski LiftsPalisades Tahoe
Vertical drop2,087 ft (636 m)2,539 ft (774 m)
Summit elevation8,566 ft8,740 ft
Base elevation6,476 ft6,201 ft
Lifts431
Runs29109
Beginner terrain15%14%
Intermediate terrain30%42%
Expert terrain55%44%
Night skiingNoNo

Palisades Tahoe has the bigger vertical (2,539 ft vs 2,087 ft); Palisades Tahoe has more runs (109 vs 29); Mount Baldy Ski Lifts skews more expert (55% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Mount Baldy Ski LiftsNot on a major pass; lift tickets only
Palisades TahoeIkon Pass: unlimited 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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