Mount Dobson vs Temple Basin
Mount Dobson (Canterbury Region) and Temple Basin (Canterbury Region) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Mount Dobson | Temple Basin |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 978 ft (298 m) | 1,329 ft (405 m) |
| Summit elevation | 6,594 ft | 5,745 ft |
| Base elevation | 5,620 ft | 4,416 ft |
| Lifts | 4 | 3 |
| Runs | 11 | 11 |
| Beginner terrain | 27% | 18% |
| Intermediate terrain | 64% | 73% |
| Expert terrain | 9% | 9% |
| Night skiing | - | - |
Temple Basin has the bigger vertical (1,329 ft vs 978 ft).
Which pass covers them?
| Resort | Pass coverage (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Mount Dobson | Not on a major pass; lift tickets only |
| Temple Basin | Not 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 →
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