Big Sky vs Mt. Bachelor
Comparing Big Sky (MT) and Mt. Bachelor (OR) on price, terrain, snowfall, and lift wait. Numbers from the 2026 season.
Big Sky
Big Sky, MT
Ikon pass
Window price$222
Online (advance)$98
Season pass$1,329
Mt. Bachelor
Bend, OR
Ikon pass
Window price$224
Online (advance)$99
Season pass$1,329
Side-by-side
| Stat | Big Sky | Mt. Bachelor | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $222 | $224 | Big Sky |
| Online (30+ days) | $98 | $99 | Big Sky |
| Season pass | $1,329 | $1,329 | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 400" | 462" | Mt. Bachelor |
| Skiable acres | 5,850 | 4,300 | Big Sky |
| Vertical drop | 4,366' | 3,365' | Big Sky |
| Runs | 317 | 110 | Big Sky |
| Lifts | 28 | 17 | Big Sky |
| Summit elevation | 11,166' | 9,100' | Big Sky |
| Beginner terrain | 15% | 15% | Tied |
| Advanced terrain | 60% | 60% | Tied |
| Average lift wait | 10 min | 10 min | Tied |
The Match
Big Sky is cheaper at the gate ($98 vs $99 entry). Big Sky is significantly bigger (5,850 vs 4,300 acres). Mt. Bachelor sees more snow (462" vs 400"). Both are on the Ikon pass — same pass, same wallet.