Vail vs Winter Park Resort
Vail (Colorado) and Winter Park Resort (Colorado) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Vail | Winter Park Resort |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 3,494 ft (1,065 m) | 2,897 ft (883 m) |
| Summit elevation | 11,539 ft | 11,988 ft |
| Base elevation | 8,045 ft | 9,091 ft |
| Lifts | 32 | 38 |
| Runs | 241 | 253 |
| Beginner terrain | 20% | 28% |
| Intermediate terrain | 34% | 32% |
| Expert terrain | 46% | 40% |
| Night skiing | No | No |
Vail has the bigger vertical (3,494 ft vs 2,897 ft); Winter Park Resort has more runs (253 vs 241); Vail skews more expert (46% expert terrain).
Which pass covers them?
| Resort | Pass coverage (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Vail | Epic Pass: unlimited days |
| Winter Park Resort | Ikon Pass: unlimited daysIndy Pass: 2 days |
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