Arapahoe Basin vs Loveland
Comparing Arapahoe Basin (CO) and Loveland (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
Loveland
Georgetown, CO
Independent pass
Window price$149
Online (advance)$119
Season pass$599
Side-by-side
| Stat | Arapahoe Basin | Loveland | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $199 | $149 | Loveland |
| Online (30+ days) | $79 | $119 | Arapahoe Basin |
| Season pass | $1,329 | $599 | Loveland |
| Annual snowfall | 306" | 380" | Loveland |
| Skiable acres | 1,428 | 1,800 | Loveland |
| Vertical drop | 2,538' | 2,210' | Arapahoe Basin |
| Runs | 146 | 94 | Arapahoe Basin |
| Lifts | 9 | 9 | Tied |
| Summit elevation | 13,338' | 13,010' | Arapahoe Basin |
| Beginner terrain | 10% | 15% | Loveland |
| Advanced terrain | 60% | 41% | Arapahoe Basin |
| Average lift wait | 10 min | 7 min | Loveland |
The Match
Arapahoe Basin is cheaper at the gate ($79 vs $119 entry). Loveland is significantly bigger (1,800 vs 1,428 acres). Loveland sees more snow (380" vs 306"). Pass affiliation: Arapahoe Basin is Ikon, Loveland is Independent.