Afton Alps vs Keystone
Comparing Afton Alps (MN) and Keystone (CO) 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
Keystone
Keystone, CO
Epic pass
Window price$292
Online (advance)$220
Season pass$1,051
Side-by-side
| Stat | Afton Alps | Keystone | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $85 | $292 | Afton Alps |
| Online (30+ days) | $53 | $220 | Afton Alps |
| Season pass | $1,051 | $1,051 | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 70" | 235" | Keystone |
| Skiable acres | 300 | 3,148 | Keystone |
| Vertical drop | 330' | 3,128' | Keystone |
| Runs | 26 | 140 | Keystone |
| Lifts | 9 | 21 | Keystone |
| Summit elevation | 1,030' | 12,408' | Keystone |
| Beginner terrain | 40% | 12% | Afton Alps |
| Advanced terrain | 20% | 54% | Keystone |
| Average lift wait | — | 14 min | Keystone |
The Match
Afton Alps is cheaper at the gate ($53 vs $220 entry). Keystone is significantly bigger (3,148 vs 300 acres). Keystone sees more snow (235" vs 70"). Both are on the Epic pass — same pass, same wallet.