Mount Dobson vs Mount Hutt Ski Area
Mount Dobson (Canterbury Region) and Mount Hutt Ski Area (Canterbury Region) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Mount Dobson | Mount Hutt Ski Area |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 978 ft (298 m) | 2,119 ft (646 m) |
| Summit elevation | 6,594 ft | 6,775 ft |
| Base elevation | 5,620 ft | 4,656 ft |
| Lifts | 4 | 5 |
| Runs | 11 | 35 |
| Beginner terrain | 27% | 19% |
| Intermediate terrain | 64% | 50% |
| Expert terrain | 9% | 31% |
| Night skiing | - | - |
Mount Hutt Ski Area has the bigger vertical (2,119 ft vs 978 ft); Mount Hutt Ski Area has more runs (35 vs 11); Mount Hutt Ski Area skews more expert (31% expert terrain).
Which pass covers them?
| Resort | Pass coverage (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Mount Dobson | Not on a major pass; lift tickets only |
| Mount Hutt Ski Area | Ikon Pass: 7 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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