Phoenix Mountain Ski Resort vs Ski Smithers

Phoenix Mountain Ski Resort (British Columbia) and Ski Smithers (British Columbia) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatPhoenix Mountain Ski ResortSki Smithers
Vertical drop702 ft (214 m)1,729 ft (527 m)
Summit elevation4,852 ft5,479 ft
Base elevation4,150 ft3,750 ft
Lifts24
Runs1843
Beginner terrain24%48%
Intermediate terrain41%33%
Expert terrain35%19%
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Ski Smithers has the bigger vertical (1,729 ft vs 702 ft); Ski Smithers has more runs (43 vs 18); Phoenix Mountain Ski Resort skews more expert (35% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Phoenix Mountain Ski ResortIndy Pass: 2 days
Ski SmithersNot 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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