Beaver Creek vs Stevens Pass
Comparing Beaver Creek (CO) and Stevens Pass (WA) 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
Stevens Pass
Skykomish, WA
Epic pass
Window price$159
Online (advance)$120
Season pass$1,051
Side-by-side
| Stat | Beaver Creek | Stevens Pass | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $356 | $159 | Stevens Pass |
| Online (30+ days) | $200 | $120 | Stevens Pass |
| Season pass | $1,051 | $1,051 | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 180" | 450" | Stevens Pass |
| Skiable acres | 2,082 | 1,125 | Beaver Creek |
| Vertical drop | 3,340' | 1,800' | Beaver Creek |
| Runs | 173 | 52 | Beaver Creek |
| Lifts | 25 | 10 | Beaver Creek |
| Summit elevation | 11,440' | 5,853' | Beaver Creek |
| Beginner terrain | 19% | 11% | Beaver Creek |
| Advanced terrain | 38% | 35% | Beaver Creek |
| Average lift wait | 9 min | 15 min | Beaver Creek |
The Match
Stevens Pass is cheaper at the gate ($120 vs $200 entry). Beaver Creek is significantly bigger (2,082 vs 1,125 acres). Stevens Pass sees more snow (450" vs 180"). Both are on the Epic pass — same pass, same wallet.