Arapahoe Basin vs Eldora Mountain
Comparing Arapahoe Basin (CO) and Eldora 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
Eldora Mountain
Nederland, CO
Ikon pass
Window price$199
Online (advance)$109
Season pass$1,329
Side-by-side
| Stat | Arapahoe Basin | Eldora Mountain | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $199 | $199 | Tied |
| Online (30+ days) | $79 | $109 | Arapahoe Basin |
| Season pass | $1,329 | $1,329 | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 306" | 300" | Arapahoe Basin |
| Skiable acres | 1,428 | 680 | Arapahoe Basin |
| Vertical drop | 2,538' | 1,240' | Arapahoe Basin |
| Runs | 146 | 53 | Arapahoe Basin |
| Lifts | 9 | 10 | Eldora Mountain |
| Summit elevation | 13,338' | 10,600' | Arapahoe Basin |
| Beginner terrain | 10% | 30% | Eldora Mountain |
| Advanced terrain | 60% | 20% | Arapahoe Basin |
| Average lift wait | 10 min | — | Arapahoe Basin |
The Match
Arapahoe Basin is cheaper at the gate ($79 vs $109 entry). Arapahoe Basin is significantly bigger (1,428 vs 680 acres). Both are on the Ikon pass — same pass, same wallet.