Ski Big Bear vs Tussey Mountain Ski Area

Ski Big Bear (Pennsylvania) and Tussey Mountain Ski Area (Pennsylvania) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatSki Big BearTussey Mountain Ski Area
Vertical drop581 ft (177 m)492 ft (150 m)
Summit elevation1,283 ft1,811 ft
Base elevation702 ft1,322 ft
Lifts64
Runs1715
Beginner terrain29%21%
Intermediate terrain35%57%
Expert terrain36%22%
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Ski Big Bear has the bigger vertical (581 ft vs 492 ft); Ski Big Bear has more runs (17 vs 15); Ski Big Bear skews more expert (36% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Ski Big BearIndy Pass: 2 days
Tussey Mountain Ski AreaIndy Pass: 2 days

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

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