Powderhorn Resort vs Sunlight Ski Area
Powderhorn Resort (Colorado) and Sunlight Ski Area (Colorado) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Powderhorn Resort | Sunlight Ski Area |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 1,650 ft (503 m) | 1,713 ft (522 m) |
| Summit elevation | 9,833 ft | 9,849 ft |
| Base elevation | 8,182 ft | 8,136 ft |
| Lifts | 5 | 3 |
| Runs | 57 | 68 |
| Beginner terrain | 25% | 18% |
| Intermediate terrain | 26% | 37% |
| Expert terrain | 49% | 45% |
| Night skiing | No | No |
Sunlight Ski Area has the bigger vertical (1,713 ft vs 1,650 ft); Sunlight Ski Area has more runs (68 vs 57); Powderhorn Resort skews more expert (49% expert terrain).
Which pass covers them?
| Resort | Pass coverage (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Powderhorn Resort | Not on a major pass; lift tickets only |
| Sunlight Ski Area | 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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