Aspen Snowmass vs Loveland
Comparing Aspen Snowmass (CO) and Loveland (CO) on price, terrain, snowfall, and lift wait. Numbers from the 2026 season.
Aspen Snowmass
Aspen, CO
Mountain Collective pass
Window price$279
Online (advance)$169
Season pass—
Loveland
Georgetown, CO
Independent pass
Window price$149
Online (advance)$119
Season pass$599
Side-by-side
| Stat | Aspen Snowmass | Loveland | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $279 | $149 | Loveland |
| Online (30+ days) | $169 | $119 | Loveland |
| Season pass | — | $599 | Loveland |
| Annual snowfall | 300" | 380" | Loveland |
| Skiable acres | 5,700 | 1,800 | Aspen Snowmass |
| Vertical drop | 4,406' | 2,210' | Aspen Snowmass |
| Runs | 366 | 94 | Aspen Snowmass |
| Lifts | 41 | 9 | Aspen Snowmass |
| Summit elevation | 12,606' | 13,010' | Loveland |
| Beginner terrain | 6% | 15% | Loveland |
| Advanced terrain | 47% | 41% | Aspen Snowmass |
| Average lift wait | 10 min | 7 min | Loveland |
The Match
Loveland is cheaper at the gate ($119 vs $169 entry). Aspen Snowmass is significantly bigger (5,700 vs 1,800 acres). Loveland sees more snow (380" vs 300"). Pass affiliation: Aspen Snowmass is Mountain Collective, Loveland is Independent.