Big Bear Mountain vs Jackson Hole
Comparing Big Bear Mountain (CA) and Jackson Hole (WY) on price, terrain, snowfall, and lift wait. Numbers from the 2026 season.
Big Bear Mountain
Big Bear Lake, CA
Ikon pass
Window price$95
Online (advance)$64
Season pass$1,329
Jackson Hole
Teton Village, WY
Ikon pass
Window price$225
Online (advance)$175
Season pass$1,329
Side-by-side
| Stat | Big Bear Mountain | Jackson Hole | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $95 | $225 | Big Bear Mountain |
| Online (30+ days) | $64 | $175 | Big Bear Mountain |
| Season pass | $1,329 | $1,329 | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 120" | 459" | Jackson Hole |
| Skiable acres | 748 | 2,500 | Jackson Hole |
| Vertical drop | 1,665' | 4,139' | Jackson Hole |
| Runs | 42 | 131 | Jackson Hole |
| Lifts | 17 | 13 | Big Bear Mountain |
| Summit elevation | 8,805' | 10,450' | Jackson Hole |
| Beginner terrain | 30% | 10% | Big Bear Mountain |
| Advanced terrain | 25% | 50% | Jackson Hole |
| Average lift wait | 20 min | 12 min | Jackson Hole |
The Match
Big Bear Mountain is cheaper at the gate ($64 vs $175 entry). Jackson Hole is significantly bigger (2,500 vs 748 acres). Jackson Hole sees more snow (459" vs 120"). Both are on the Ikon pass — same pass, same wallet.