Boyne Highlands vs Hunter Mountain
Comparing Boyne Highlands (MI) and Hunter Mountain (NY) on price, terrain, snowfall, and lift wait. Numbers from the 2026 season.
Boyne Highlands
Harbor Springs, MI
Epic pass
Window price$105
Online (advance)$85
Season pass$1,051
Hunter Mountain
Hunter, NY
Epic pass
Window price$139
Online (advance)$89
Season pass$1,051
Side-by-side
| Stat | Boyne Highlands | Hunter Mountain | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $105 | $139 | Boyne Highlands |
| Online (30+ days) | $85 | $89 | Boyne Highlands |
| Season pass | $1,051 | $1,051 | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 150" | 85" | Boyne Highlands |
| Skiable acres | 432 | 247 | Boyne Highlands |
| Vertical drop | 552' | 1,600' | Hunter Mountain |
| Runs | 53 | 76 | Hunter Mountain |
| Lifts | 8 | 13 | Hunter Mountain |
| Summit elevation | 1,175' | 4,040' | Hunter Mountain |
| Beginner terrain | 28% | 25% | Boyne Highlands |
| Advanced terrain | 30% | 45% | Hunter Mountain |
| Average lift wait | — | 15 min | Hunter Mountain |
The Match
Boyne Highlands is cheaper at the gate ($85 vs $89 entry). Boyne Highlands is significantly bigger (432 vs 247 acres). Boyne Highlands sees more snow (150" vs 85"). Both are on the Epic pass — same pass, same wallet.