Bogus Basin vs Powderhorn
Comparing Bogus Basin (ID) and Powderhorn (CO) on price, terrain, snowfall, and lift wait. Numbers from the 2026 season.
Bogus Basin
Boise, ID
Indy Pass pass
Window price$89
Online (advance)$69
Season pass—
Powderhorn
Mesa, CO
Indy Pass pass
Window price$89
Online (advance)$59
Season pass—
Side-by-side
| Stat | Bogus Basin | Powderhorn | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $89 | $89 | Tied |
| Online (30+ days) | $69 | $59 | Powderhorn |
| Season pass | — | — | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 200" | 250" | Powderhorn |
| Skiable acres | 2,600 | 1,600 | Bogus Basin |
| Vertical drop | 1,800' | 1,650' | Bogus Basin |
| Runs | 86 | 62 | Bogus Basin |
| Lifts | 10 | 4 | Bogus Basin |
| Summit elevation | 7,582' | 9,850' | Powderhorn |
| Beginner terrain | 20% | 20% | Tied |
| Advanced terrain | 40% | 40% | Tied |
| Average lift wait | 8 min | — | Bogus Basin |
The Match
Powderhorn is cheaper at the gate ($59 vs $69 entry). Bogus Basin is significantly bigger (2,600 vs 1,600 acres). Powderhorn sees more snow (250" vs 200"). Both are on the Indy Pass pass — same pass, same wallet.