Beaver Creek vs Breckenridge
Comparing Beaver Creek (CO) and Breckenridge (CO) on price, terrain, snowfall, and lift wait. Numbers from the 2026 season.
Beaver Creek
Beaver Creek, CO
Epic pass
Window price$356
Online (advance)$200
Season pass$1,051
Breckenridge
Breckenridge, CO
Epic pass
Window price$321
Online (advance)$220
Season pass$1,051
Side-by-side
| Stat | Beaver Creek | Breckenridge | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $356 | $321 | Breckenridge |
| Online (30+ days) | $200 | $220 | Beaver Creek |
| Season pass | $1,051 | $1,051 | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 180" | 220" | Breckenridge |
| Skiable acres | 2,082 | 2,908 | Breckenridge |
| Vertical drop | 3,340' | 3,398' | Breckenridge |
| Runs | 173 | 187 | Breckenridge |
| Lifts | 25 | 35 | Breckenridge |
| Summit elevation | 11,440' | 12,998' | Breckenridge |
| Beginner terrain | 19% | 14% | Beaver Creek |
| Advanced terrain | 38% | 55% | Breckenridge |
| Average lift wait | 9 min | 20 min | Beaver Creek |
The Match
Beaver Creek is cheaper at the gate ($200 vs $220 entry). Breckenridge is significantly bigger (2,908 vs 2,082 acres). Breckenridge sees more snow (220" vs 180"). Both are on the Epic pass — same pass, same wallet.