Boyne Highlands vs Northstar
Comparing Boyne Highlands (MI) and Northstar (CA) 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
Northstar
Truckee, CA
Epic pass
Window price$199
Online (advance)$127
Season pass$1,051
Side-by-side
| Stat | Boyne Highlands | Northstar | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $105 | $199 | Boyne Highlands |
| Online (30+ days) | $85 | $127 | Boyne Highlands |
| Season pass | $1,051 | $1,051 | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 150" | 350" | Northstar |
| Skiable acres | 432 | 3,170 | Northstar |
| Vertical drop | 552' | 2,280' | Northstar |
| Runs | 53 | 100 | Northstar |
| Lifts | 8 | 20 | Northstar |
| Summit elevation | 1,175' | 8,610' | Northstar |
| Beginner terrain | 28% | 13% | Boyne Highlands |
| Advanced terrain | 30% | 27% | Boyne Highlands |
| Average lift wait | — | 12 min | Northstar |
The Match
Boyne Highlands is cheaper at the gate ($85 vs $127 entry). Northstar is significantly bigger (3,170 vs 432 acres). Northstar sees more snow (350" vs 150"). Both are on the Epic pass — same pass, same wallet.