Mount Waterman vs Snow Valley Mountain Resort
Mount Waterman (California) and Snow Valley Mountain Resort (California) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Mount Waterman | Snow Valley Mountain Resort |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 1,001 ft (305 m) | 1,109 ft (338 m) |
| Summit elevation | 7,956 ft | 7,835 ft |
| Base elevation | 6,959 ft | 6,726 ft |
| Lifts | 3 | 13 |
| Runs | 20 | 42 |
| Beginner terrain | 35% | 28% |
| Intermediate terrain | 30% | 41% |
| Expert terrain | 35% | 31% |
| Night skiing | - | - |
Snow Valley Mountain Resort has the bigger vertical (1,109 ft vs 1,001 ft); Snow Valley Mountain Resort has more runs (42 vs 20); Mount Waterman skews more expert (35% expert terrain).
Which pass covers them?
| Resort | Pass coverage (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Mount Waterman | Not on a major pass; lift tickets only |
| Snow Valley Mountain Resort | Ikon Pass: 7 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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