Ski Big Bear vs Snow Ridge

Ski Big Bear (Pennsylvania) and Snow Ridge (New York) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatSki Big BearSnow Ridge
Vertical drop581 ft (177 m)456 ft (139 m)
Summit elevation1,283 ft1,765 ft
Base elevation702 ft1,306 ft
Lifts66
Runs1720
Beginner terrain29%15%
Intermediate terrain35%50%
Expert terrain36%35%
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Ski Big Bear has the bigger vertical (581 ft vs 456 ft); Snow Ridge has more runs (20 vs 17); Ski Big Bear skews more expert (36% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Ski Big BearIndy Pass: 2 days
Snow RidgeIndy Pass: 2 days

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

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