Mount Olympus Ski Area vs Temple Basin
Mount Olympus Ski Area (Canterbury Region) and Temple Basin (Canterbury Region) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Mount Olympus Ski Area | Temple Basin |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 1,145 ft (349 m) | 1,329 ft (405 m) |
| Summit elevation | 5,951 ft | 5,745 ft |
| Base elevation | 4,806 ft | 4,416 ft |
| Lifts | 5 | 3 |
| Runs | 2 | 11 |
| Beginner terrain | 0% | 18% |
| Intermediate terrain | 100% | 73% |
| Expert terrain | 0% | 9% |
| Night skiing | - | - |
Temple Basin has the bigger vertical (1,329 ft vs 1,145 ft); Temple Basin has more runs (11 vs 2); Temple Basin skews more expert (9% expert terrain).
Which pass covers them?
| Resort | Pass coverage (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Mount Olympus Ski Area | 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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