Saddleback Mountain vs Whaleback

Saddleback Mountain (Maine) and Whaleback (New Hampshire) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatSaddleback MountainWhaleback
Vertical drop1,847 ft (563 m)646 ft (197 m)
Summit elevation3,996 ft1,788 ft
Base elevation2,149 ft1,142 ft
Lifts55
Runs7237
Beginner terrain38%41%
Intermediate terrain33%46%
Expert terrain29%13%
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Saddleback Mountain has the bigger vertical (1,847 ft vs 646 ft); Saddleback Mountain has more runs (72 vs 37); Saddleback Mountain skews more expert (29% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Saddleback MountainIndy 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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