Sandia Peak Ski Area vs Ski Cloudcroft

Sandia Peak Ski Area (New Mexico) and Ski Cloudcroft (New Mexico) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatSandia Peak Ski AreaSki Cloudcroft
Vertical drop1,598 ft (487 m)630 ft (192 m)
Summit elevation10,279 ft8,960 ft
Base elevation8,681 ft8,330 ft
Lifts62
Runs6626
Beginner terrain44%32%
Intermediate terrain36%40%
Expert terrain20%28%
Night skiingNo-

Sandia Peak Ski Area has the bigger vertical (1,598 ft vs 630 ft); Sandia Peak Ski Area has more runs (66 vs 26); Ski Cloudcroft skews more expert (28% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Sandia Peak Ski AreaNot on a major pass; lift tickets only
Ski CloudcroftNot 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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