Arapahoe Basin vs Beaver Creek
Comparing Arapahoe Basin (CO) and Beaver Creek (CO) on price, terrain, snowfall, and lift wait. Numbers from the 2026 season.
Arapahoe Basin
Keystone, CO
Ikon pass
Window price$199
Online (advance)$79
Season pass$1,329
Beaver Creek
Beaver Creek, CO
Epic pass
Window price$356
Online (advance)$200
Season pass$1,051
Side-by-side
| Stat | Arapahoe Basin | Beaver Creek | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $199 | $356 | Arapahoe Basin |
| Online (30+ days) | $79 | $200 | Arapahoe Basin |
| Season pass | $1,329 | $1,051 | Beaver Creek |
| Annual snowfall | 306" | 180" | Arapahoe Basin |
| Skiable acres | 1,428 | 2,082 | Beaver Creek |
| Vertical drop | 2,538' | 3,340' | Beaver Creek |
| Runs | 146 | 173 | Beaver Creek |
| Lifts | 9 | 25 | Beaver Creek |
| Summit elevation | 13,338' | 11,440' | Arapahoe Basin |
| Beginner terrain | 10% | 19% | Beaver Creek |
| Advanced terrain | 60% | 38% | Arapahoe Basin |
| Average lift wait | 10 min | 9 min | Beaver Creek |
The Match
Arapahoe Basin is cheaper at the gate ($79 vs $200 entry). Beaver Creek is significantly bigger (2,082 vs 1,428 acres). Arapahoe Basin sees more snow (306" vs 180"). Pass affiliation: Arapahoe Basin is Ikon, Beaver Creek is Epic.