Vertical drop
The altitude difference between a resort's summit and base - a headline figure often quoted when comparing resorts.
The altitude difference between a resort's summit and base - a headline figure often quoted when comparing resorts. It is a term used in general skiing terminology.
Skiing has its own rich vocabulary, developed over more than a century of mountain sport. Vertical drop is a term you will come across in resort guides, weather reports, ski magazines and conversation with other skiers. Understanding ski terminology helps you make the most of your time on the mountain and communicate clearly with instructors, guides and fellow skiers.
Understanding what vertical drop means will help you follow resort guides, weather reports and conversations with other skiers.
Related terms include Base elevation and Summit elevation.