Mount Waterman vs Mountain High
Mount Waterman (California) and Mountain High (California) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Mount Waterman | Mountain High |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 1,001 ft (305 m) | 1,594 ft (486 m) |
| Summit elevation | 7,956 ft | 8,182 ft |
| Base elevation | 6,959 ft | 6,588 ft |
| Lifts | 3 | 15 |
| Runs | 20 | 43 |
| Beginner terrain | 35% | 23% |
| Intermediate terrain | 30% | 33% |
| Expert terrain | 35% | 44% |
| Night skiing | - | Yes |
Mountain High has the bigger vertical (1,594 ft vs 1,001 ft); Mountain High has more runs (43 vs 20); Mountain High skews more expert (44% expert terrain).
Which pass covers them?
| Resort | Pass coverage (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Mount Waterman | Not on a major pass; lift tickets only |
| Mountain High | Indy Pass: 2 days |
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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