Beaver Creek vs Hunter Mountain
Comparing Beaver Creek (CO) and Hunter Mountain (NY) 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
Hunter Mountain
Hunter, NY
Epic pass
Window price$139
Online (advance)$89
Season pass$1,051
Side-by-side
| Stat | Beaver Creek | Hunter Mountain | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $356 | $139 | Hunter Mountain |
| Online (30+ days) | $200 | $89 | Hunter Mountain |
| Season pass | $1,051 | $1,051 | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 180" | 85" | Beaver Creek |
| Skiable acres | 2,082 | 247 | Beaver Creek |
| Vertical drop | 3,340' | 1,600' | Beaver Creek |
| Runs | 173 | 76 | Beaver Creek |
| Lifts | 25 | 13 | Beaver Creek |
| Summit elevation | 11,440' | 4,040' | Beaver Creek |
| Beginner terrain | 19% | 25% | Hunter Mountain |
| Advanced terrain | 38% | 45% | Hunter Mountain |
| Average lift wait | 9 min | 15 min | Beaver Creek |
The Match
Hunter Mountain is cheaper at the gate ($89 vs $200 entry). Beaver Creek is significantly bigger (2,082 vs 247 acres). Beaver Creek sees more snow (180" vs 85"). Both are on the Epic pass — same pass, same wallet.