Mount Kato vs Mt. La Crosse
Mount Kato (Minnesota) and Mt. La Crosse (Wisconsin) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Mount Kato | Mt. La Crosse |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 223 ft (68 m) | 436 ft (133 m) |
| Summit elevation | 1,010 ft | 1,171 ft |
| Base elevation | 787 ft | 735 ft |
| Lifts | 10 | 4 |
| Runs | 19 | 23 |
| Beginner terrain | 21% | 26% |
| Intermediate terrain | 47% | 43% |
| Expert terrain | 32% | 31% |
| Night skiing | - | - |
Mt. La Crosse has the bigger vertical (436 ft vs 223 ft); Mt. La Crosse has more runs (23 vs 19); Mount Kato skews more expert (32% expert terrain).
Which pass covers them?
| Resort | Pass coverage (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Mount Kato | Indy Pass: 2 days |
| Mt. La Crosse | Indy Pass: 2 days |
One pass covers both: Indy Pass. Check your full resort list in the pass finder →
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