Arapahoe Basin vs Silverton Mountain
Comparing Arapahoe Basin (CO) and Silverton 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
Silverton Mountain
Silverton, CO
Independent pass
Window price$139
Online (advance)$139
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Side-by-side
| Stat | Arapahoe Basin | Silverton Mountain | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $199 | $139 | Silverton Mountain |
| Online (30+ days) | $79 | $139 | Arapahoe Basin |
| Season pass | $1,329 | — | Arapahoe Basin |
| Annual snowfall | 306" | 400" | Silverton Mountain |
| Skiable acres | 1,428 | 1,819 | Silverton Mountain |
| Vertical drop | 2,538' | 3,087' | Silverton Mountain |
| Runs | 146 | 0 | Arapahoe Basin |
| Lifts | 9 | 1 | Arapahoe Basin |
| Summit elevation | 13,338' | 13,487' | Silverton Mountain |
| Beginner terrain | 10% | 0% | Arapahoe Basin |
| Advanced terrain | 60% | 100% | Silverton Mountain |
| Average lift wait | 10 min | — | Arapahoe Basin |
The Match
Arapahoe Basin is cheaper at the gate ($79 vs $139 entry). Silverton Mountain is significantly bigger (1,819 vs 1,428 acres). Silverton Mountain sees more snow (400" vs 306"). Pass affiliation: Arapahoe Basin is Ikon, Silverton Mountain is Independent.