Shames Mountain Ski Area vs Whistler Blackcomb

Shames Mountain Ski Area (British Columbia) and Whistler Blackcomb (British Columbia) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatShames Mountain Ski AreaWhistler Blackcomb
Vertical drop1,467 ft (447 m)5,269 ft (1,606 m)
Summit elevation3,809 ft7,411 ft
Base elevation2,346 ft2,142 ft
Lifts336
Runs27619
Beginner terrain26%29%
Intermediate terrain56%34%
Expert terrain18%37%
Night skiing-No

Whistler Blackcomb has the bigger vertical (5,269 ft vs 1,467 ft); Whistler Blackcomb has more runs (619 vs 27); Whistler Blackcomb skews more expert (37% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Shames Mountain Ski AreaIndy Pass: 2 days
Whistler BlackcombEpic Pass: unlimited 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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