Arapahoe Basin vs June Mountain
Comparing Arapahoe Basin (CO) and June Mountain (CA) 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
June Mountain
June Lake, CA
Ikon pass
Window price$115
Online (advance)$75
Season pass$1,329
Side-by-side
| Stat | Arapahoe Basin | June Mountain | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $199 | $115 | June Mountain |
| Online (30+ days) | $79 | $75 | June Mountain |
| Season pass | $1,329 | $1,329 | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 306" | 300" | Arapahoe Basin |
| Skiable acres | 1,428 | 1,500 | June Mountain |
| Vertical drop | 2,538' | 2,590' | June Mountain |
| Runs | 146 | 41 | Arapahoe Basin |
| Lifts | 9 | 6 | Arapahoe Basin |
| Summit elevation | 13,338' | 10,135' | Arapahoe Basin |
| Beginner terrain | 10% | 20% | June Mountain |
| Advanced terrain | 60% | 35% | Arapahoe Basin |
| Average lift wait | 10 min | — | Arapahoe Basin |
The Match
June Mountain is cheaper at the gate ($75 vs $79 entry). Both are on the Ikon pass — same pass, same wallet.