Powder Ridge Ski Area vs Whaleback

Powder Ridge Ski Area (Connecticut) and Whaleback (New Hampshire) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatPowder Ridge Ski AreaWhaleback
Vertical drop413 ft (126 m)646 ft (197 m)
Summit elevation797 ft1,788 ft
Base elevation384 ft1,142 ft
Lifts85
Runs1637
Beginner terrain38%41%
Intermediate terrain38%46%
Expert terrain24%13%
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Whaleback has the bigger vertical (646 ft vs 413 ft); Whaleback has more runs (37 vs 16); Powder Ridge Ski Area skews more expert (24% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Powder Ridge Ski AreaIndy Pass: 2 days
WhalebackIndy Pass: 2 days

One pass covers both: Indy Pass. Check your full resort list in the pass finder →

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