Afton Alps vs Boyne Mountain
Comparing Afton Alps (MN) and Boyne Mountain (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 Mountain
Boyne Falls, MI
Epic pass
Window price$120
Online (advance)$75
Season pass$1,051
Side-by-side
| Stat | Afton Alps | Boyne Mountain | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $85 | $120 | Afton Alps |
| Online (30+ days) | $53 | $75 | Afton Alps |
| Season pass | $1,051 | $1,051 | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 70" | 150" | Boyne Mountain |
| Skiable acres | 300 | 415 | Boyne Mountain |
| Vertical drop | 330' | 500' | Boyne Mountain |
| Runs | 26 | 60 | Boyne Mountain |
| Lifts | 9 | 12 | Boyne Mountain |
| Summit elevation | 1,030' | 1,290' | Boyne Mountain |
| Beginner terrain | 40% | 30% | Afton Alps |
| Advanced terrain | 20% | 30% | Boyne Mountain |
| Average lift wait | — | 8 min | Boyne Mountain |
The Match
Afton Alps is cheaper at the gate ($53 vs $75 entry). Boyne Mountain is significantly bigger (415 vs 300 acres). Boyne Mountain sees more snow (150" vs 70"). Both are on the Epic pass — same pass, same wallet.