Mount Kato vs Welch Village
Mount Kato (Minnesota) and Welch Village (Minnesota) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Mount Kato | Welch Village |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 223 ft (68 m) | 322 ft (98 m) |
| Summit elevation | 1,010 ft | 1,033 ft |
| Base elevation | 787 ft | 709 ft |
| Lifts | 10 | 10 |
| Runs | 19 | 54 |
| Beginner terrain | 21% | 32% |
| Intermediate terrain | 47% | 21% |
| Expert terrain | 32% | 47% |
| Night skiing | - | Yes |
Welch Village has the bigger vertical (322 ft vs 223 ft); Welch Village has more runs (54 vs 19); Welch Village skews more expert (47% expert terrain).
Which pass covers them?
| Resort | Pass coverage (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Mount Kato | Indy Pass: 2 days |
| Welch Village | 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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