Afton Alps vs Vail
Comparing Afton Alps (MN) and Vail (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
Vail
Vail, CO
Epic pass
Window price$356
Online (advance)$199
Season pass$1,051
Side-by-side
| Stat | Afton Alps | Vail | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $85 | $356 | Afton Alps |
| Online (30+ days) | $53 | $199 | Afton Alps |
| Season pass | $1,051 | $1,051 | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 70" | 247" | Vail |
| Skiable acres | 300 | 5,317 | Vail |
| Vertical drop | 330' | 3,450' | Vail |
| Runs | 26 | 277 | Vail |
| Lifts | 9 | 33 | Vail |
| Summit elevation | 1,030' | 11,370' | Vail |
| Beginner terrain | 40% | 18% | Afton Alps |
| Advanced terrain | 20% | 53% | Vail |
| Average lift wait | — | 18 min | Vail |
The Match
Afton Alps is cheaper at the gate ($53 vs $199 entry). Vail is significantly bigger (5,317 vs 300 acres). Vail sees more snow (247" vs 70"). Both are on the Epic pass — same pass, same wallet.