Beaver Creek vs Wildcat
Comparing Beaver Creek (CO) and Wildcat (NH) 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
Wildcat
Pinkham Notch, NH
Epic pass
Window price$69
Online (advance)$62
Season pass$1,051
Side-by-side
| Stat | Beaver Creek | Wildcat | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $356 | $69 | Wildcat |
| Online (30+ days) | $200 | $62 | Wildcat |
| Season pass | $1,051 | $1,051 | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 180" | 200" | Wildcat |
| Skiable acres | 2,082 | 265 | Beaver Creek |
| Vertical drop | 3,340' | 2,112' | Beaver Creek |
| Runs | 173 | 49 | Beaver Creek |
| Lifts | 25 | 8 | Beaver Creek |
| Summit elevation | 11,440' | 4,062' | Beaver Creek |
| Beginner terrain | 19% | 25% | Wildcat |
| Advanced terrain | 38% | 45% | Wildcat |
| Average lift wait | 9 min | — | Beaver Creek |
The Match
Wildcat is cheaper at the gate ($62 vs $200 entry). Beaver Creek is significantly bigger (2,082 vs 265 acres). Both are on the Epic pass — same pass, same wallet.