Beaver Creek vs Fernie Alpine
Comparing Beaver Creek (CO) and Fernie Alpine (BC) 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
Fernie Alpine
Fernie, BC
Epic pass
Window price$189
Online (advance)$160
Season pass$1,051
Side-by-side
| Stat | Beaver Creek | Fernie Alpine | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $356 | $189 | Fernie Alpine |
| Online (30+ days) | $200 | $160 | Fernie Alpine |
| Season pass | $1,051 | $1,051 | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 180" | 300" | Fernie Alpine |
| Skiable acres | 2,082 | 2,500 | Fernie Alpine |
| Vertical drop | 3,340' | 3,550' | Fernie Alpine |
| Runs | 173 | 142 | Beaver Creek |
| Lifts | 25 | 10 | Beaver Creek |
| Summit elevation | 11,440' | 6,150' | Beaver Creek |
| Beginner terrain | 19% | 10% | Beaver Creek |
| Advanced terrain | 38% | 50% | Fernie Alpine |
| Average lift wait | 9 min | — | Beaver Creek |
The Match
Fernie Alpine is cheaper at the gate ($160 vs $200 entry). Fernie Alpine is significantly bigger (2,500 vs 2,082 acres). Fernie Alpine sees more snow (300" vs 180"). Both are on the Epic pass — same pass, same wallet.