Arapahoe Basin vs Sunlight Mountain
Comparing Arapahoe Basin (CO) and Sunlight 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
Sunlight Mountain
Glenwood Springs, CO
Independent pass
Window price$89
Online (advance)$49
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Side-by-side
| Stat | Arapahoe Basin | Sunlight Mountain | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $199 | $89 | Sunlight Mountain |
| Online (30+ days) | $79 | $49 | Sunlight Mountain |
| Season pass | $1,329 | — | Arapahoe Basin |
| Annual snowfall | 306" | 250" | Arapahoe Basin |
| Skiable acres | 1,428 | 680 | Arapahoe Basin |
| Vertical drop | 2,538' | 2,010' | Arapahoe Basin |
| Runs | 146 | 72 | Arapahoe Basin |
| Lifts | 9 | 3 | Arapahoe Basin |
| Summit elevation | 13,338' | 9,895' | Arapahoe Basin |
| Beginner terrain | 10% | 20% | Sunlight Mountain |
| Advanced terrain | 60% | 25% | Arapahoe Basin |
| Average lift wait | 10 min | — | Arapahoe Basin |
The Match
Sunlight Mountain is cheaper at the gate ($49 vs $79 entry). Arapahoe Basin is significantly bigger (1,428 vs 680 acres). Arapahoe Basin sees more snow (306" vs 250"). Pass affiliation: Arapahoe Basin is Ikon, Sunlight Mountain is Independent.