Mount Kato vs Wild Mountain
Mount Kato (Minnesota) and Wild Mountain (Minnesota) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Mount Kato | Wild Mountain |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 223 ft (68 m) | 269 ft (82 m) |
| Summit elevation | 1,010 ft | 1,047 ft |
| Base elevation | 787 ft | 778 ft |
| Lifts | 10 | 9 |
| Runs | 19 | 20 |
| Beginner terrain | 21% | 20% |
| Intermediate terrain | 47% | 35% |
| Expert terrain | 32% | 45% |
| Night skiing | - | - |
Wild Mountain has the bigger vertical (269 ft vs 223 ft); Wild Mountain has more runs (20 vs 19); Wild Mountain skews more expert (45% expert terrain).
Which pass covers them?
| Resort | Pass coverage (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Mount Kato | Indy Pass: 2 days |
| Wild Mountain | 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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