Mt. La Crosse vs Sunburst Ski Area
Mt. La Crosse (Wisconsin) and Sunburst Ski Area (Wisconsin) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Mt. La Crosse | Sunburst Ski Area |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 436 ft (133 m) | 197 ft (60 m) |
| Summit elevation | 1,171 ft | 1,168 ft |
| Base elevation | 735 ft | 971 ft |
| Lifts | 4 | 11 |
| Runs | 23 | 12 |
| Beginner terrain | 26% | 20% |
| Intermediate terrain | 43% | 60% |
| Expert terrain | 31% | 20% |
| Night skiing | - | - |
Mt. La Crosse has the bigger vertical (436 ft vs 197 ft); Mt. La Crosse has more runs (23 vs 12); Mt. La Crosse skews more expert (31% expert terrain).
Which pass covers them?
| Resort | Pass coverage (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Mt. La Crosse | Indy Pass: 2 days |
| Sunburst Ski Area | Indy Pass: 2 days |
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