Boyne Highlands vs Stowe
Comparing Boyne Highlands (MI) and Stowe (VT) 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
Stowe
Stowe, VT
Epic pass
Window price$239
Online (advance)$169
Season pass$1,051
Side-by-side
| Stat | Boyne Highlands | Stowe | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $105 | $239 | Boyne Highlands |
| Online (30+ days) | $85 | $169 | Boyne Highlands |
| Season pass | $1,051 | $1,051 | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 150" | 300" | Stowe |
| Skiable acres | 432 | 485 | Stowe |
| Vertical drop | 552' | 2,331' | Stowe |
| Runs | 53 | 116 | Stowe |
| Lifts | 8 | 12 | Stowe |
| Summit elevation | 1,175' | 4,393' | Stowe |
| Beginner terrain | 28% | 16% | Boyne Highlands |
| Advanced terrain | 30% | 25% | Boyne Highlands |
| Average lift wait | — | 12 min | Stowe |
The Match
Boyne Highlands is cheaper at the gate ($85 vs $169 entry). Stowe sees more snow (300" vs 150"). Both are on the Epic pass — same pass, same wallet.