Afton Alps vs Boyne Highlands
Comparing Afton Alps (MN) and Boyne Highlands (MI) on price, terrain, snowfall, and lift wait. Numbers from the 2026 season.
Afton Alps
Hastings, MN
Epic pass
Window price$85
Online (advance)$53
Season pass$1,051
Boyne Highlands
Harbor Springs, MI
Epic pass
Window price$105
Online (advance)$85
Season pass$1,051
Side-by-side
| Stat | Afton Alps | Boyne Highlands | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $85 | $105 | Afton Alps |
| Online (30+ days) | $53 | $85 | Afton Alps |
| Season pass | $1,051 | $1,051 | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 70" | 150" | Boyne Highlands |
| Skiable acres | 300 | 432 | Boyne Highlands |
| Vertical drop | 330' | 552' | Boyne Highlands |
| Runs | 26 | 53 | Boyne Highlands |
| Lifts | 9 | 8 | Afton Alps |
| Summit elevation | 1,030' | 1,175' | Boyne Highlands |
| Beginner terrain | 40% | 28% | Afton Alps |
| Advanced terrain | 20% | 30% | Boyne Highlands |
| Average lift wait | — | — | Tied |
The Match
Afton Alps is cheaper at the gate ($53 vs $85 entry). Boyne Highlands is significantly bigger (432 vs 300 acres). Boyne Highlands sees more snow (150" vs 70"). Both are on the Epic pass — same pass, same wallet.