Arapahoe Basin vs Steamboat
Comparing Arapahoe Basin (CO) and Steamboat (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
Steamboat
Steamboat Springs, CO
Ikon pass
Window price$339
Online (advance)$149
Season pass$1,329
Side-by-side
| Stat | Arapahoe Basin | Steamboat | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $199 | $339 | Arapahoe Basin |
| Online (30+ days) | $79 | $149 | Arapahoe Basin |
| Season pass | $1,329 | $1,329 | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 306" | 342" | Steamboat |
| Skiable acres | 1,428 | 3,741 | Steamboat |
| Vertical drop | 2,538' | 3,668' | Steamboat |
| Runs | 146 | 184 | Steamboat |
| Lifts | 9 | 23 | Steamboat |
| Summit elevation | 13,338' | 10,568' | Arapahoe Basin |
| Beginner terrain | 10% | 14% | Steamboat |
| Advanced terrain | 60% | 44% | Arapahoe Basin |
| Average lift wait | 10 min | 10 min | Tied |
The Match
Arapahoe Basin is cheaper at the gate ($79 vs $149 entry). Steamboat is significantly bigger (3,741 vs 1,428 acres). Both are on the Ikon pass — same pass, same wallet.