Boyne Highlands vs Whistler Blackcomb
Comparing Boyne Highlands (MI) and Whistler Blackcomb (BC) 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
Whistler Blackcomb
Whistler, BC
Epic pass
Window price$329
Online (advance)$239
Season pass$1,051
Side-by-side
| Stat | Boyne Highlands | Whistler Blackcomb | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $105 | $329 | Boyne Highlands |
| Online (30+ days) | $85 | $239 | Boyne Highlands |
| Season pass | $1,051 | $1,051 | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 150" | 157" | Whistler Blackcomb |
| Skiable acres | 432 | 8,171 | Whistler Blackcomb |
| Vertical drop | 552' | 5,020' | Whistler Blackcomb |
| Runs | 53 | 200 | Whistler Blackcomb |
| Lifts | 8 | 37 | Whistler Blackcomb |
| Summit elevation | 1,175' | 7,280' | Whistler Blackcomb |
| Beginner terrain | 28% | 18% | Boyne Highlands |
| Advanced terrain | 30% | 27% | Boyne Highlands |
| Average lift wait | — | 15 min | Whistler Blackcomb |
The Match
Boyne Highlands is cheaper at the gate ($85 vs $239 entry). Whistler Blackcomb is significantly bigger (8,171 vs 432 acres). Both are on the Epic pass — same pass, same wallet.