Sunburst Ski Area vs Sundown Mountain Resort
Sunburst Ski Area (Wisconsin) and Sundown Mountain Resort (Iowa) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Sunburst Ski Area | Sundown Mountain Resort |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 197 ft (60 m) | 430 ft (131 m) |
| Summit elevation | 1,168 ft | 1,152 ft |
| Base elevation | 971 ft | 722 ft |
| Lifts | 11 | 6 |
| Runs | 12 | 16 |
| Beginner terrain | 20% | 50% |
| Intermediate terrain | 60% | 38% |
| Expert terrain | 20% | 12% |
| Night skiing | - | - |
Sundown Mountain Resort has the bigger vertical (430 ft vs 197 ft); Sundown Mountain Resort has more runs (16 vs 12); Sunburst Ski Area skews more expert (20% expert terrain).
Which pass covers them?
| Resort | Pass coverage (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Sunburst Ski Area | Indy Pass: 2 days |
| Sundown Mountain Resort | Indy Pass: 2 days |
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