Afton Alps vs Whistler Blackcomb
Comparing Afton Alps (MN) and Whistler Blackcomb (BC) 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
Whistler Blackcomb
Whistler, BC
Epic pass
Window price$329
Online (advance)$239
Season pass$1,051
Side-by-side
| Stat | Afton Alps | Whistler Blackcomb | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $85 | $329 | Afton Alps |
| Online (30+ days) | $53 | $239 | Afton Alps |
| Season pass | $1,051 | $1,051 | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 70" | 157" | Whistler Blackcomb |
| Skiable acres | 300 | 8,171 | Whistler Blackcomb |
| Vertical drop | 330' | 5,020' | Whistler Blackcomb |
| Runs | 26 | 200 | Whistler Blackcomb |
| Lifts | 9 | 37 | Whistler Blackcomb |
| Summit elevation | 1,030' | 7,280' | Whistler Blackcomb |
| Beginner terrain | 40% | 18% | Afton Alps |
| Advanced terrain | 20% | 27% | Whistler Blackcomb |
| Average lift wait | — | 15 min | Whistler Blackcomb |
The Match
Afton Alps is cheaper at the gate ($53 vs $239 entry). Whistler Blackcomb is significantly bigger (8,171 vs 300 acres). Whistler Blackcomb sees more snow (157" vs 70"). Both are on the Epic pass — same pass, same wallet.