Spirit Mountain vs Welch Village
Spirit Mountain (Minnesota) and Welch Village (Minnesota) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Spirit Mountain | Welch Village |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 568 ft (173 m) | 322 ft (98 m) |
| Summit elevation | 1,286 ft | 1,033 ft |
| Base elevation | 719 ft | 709 ft |
| Lifts | 8 | 10 |
| Runs | 23 | 54 |
| Beginner terrain | 36% | 32% |
| Intermediate terrain | 45% | 21% |
| Expert terrain | 19% | 47% |
| Night skiing | Yes | Yes |
Spirit Mountain has the bigger vertical (568 ft vs 322 ft); Welch Village has more runs (54 vs 23); Welch Village skews more expert (47% expert terrain).
Which pass covers them?
| Resort | Pass coverage (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Spirit Mountain | Indy Pass: 2 days |
| Welch Village | Not 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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