Mount Hutt Ski Area vs Temple Basin
Mount Hutt Ski Area (Canterbury Region) and Temple Basin (Canterbury Region) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Mount Hutt Ski Area | Temple Basin |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 2,119 ft (646 m) | 1,329 ft (405 m) |
| Summit elevation | 6,775 ft | 5,745 ft |
| Base elevation | 4,656 ft | 4,416 ft |
| Lifts | 5 | 3 |
| Runs | 35 | 11 |
| Beginner terrain | 19% | 18% |
| Intermediate terrain | 50% | 73% |
| Expert terrain | 31% | 9% |
| Night skiing | - | - |
Mount Hutt Ski Area has the bigger vertical (2,119 ft vs 1,329 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 Hutt Ski Area | Ikon Pass: 7 days |
| 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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