Arapahoe Basin vs Copper Mountain
Comparing Arapahoe Basin (CO) and Copper Mountain (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
Copper Mountain
Copper Mountain, CO
Ikon pass
Window price$274
Online (advance)$180
Season pass$1,329
Side-by-side
| Stat | Arapahoe Basin | Copper Mountain | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $199 | $274 | Arapahoe Basin |
| Online (30+ days) | $79 | $180 | Arapahoe Basin |
| Season pass | $1,329 | $1,329 | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 306" | 251" | Arapahoe Basin |
| Skiable acres | 1,428 | 2,507 | Copper Mountain |
| Vertical drop | 2,538' | 2,738' | Copper Mountain |
| Runs | 146 | 150 | Copper Mountain |
| Lifts | 9 | 24 | Copper Mountain |
| Summit elevation | 13,338' | 12,472' | Arapahoe Basin |
| Beginner terrain | 10% | 21% | Copper Mountain |
| Advanced terrain | 60% | 54% | Arapahoe Basin |
| Average lift wait | 10 min | 12 min | Arapahoe Basin |
The Match
Arapahoe Basin is cheaper at the gate ($79 vs $180 entry). Copper Mountain is significantly bigger (2,507 vs 1,428 acres). Arapahoe Basin sees more snow (306" vs 251"). Both are on the Ikon pass — same pass, same wallet.