Boyne Mountain vs Hunter Mountain
Comparing Boyne Mountain (MI) and Hunter Mountain (NY) on price, terrain, snowfall, and lift wait. Numbers from the 2026 season.
Boyne Mountain
Boyne Falls, MI
Epic pass
Window price$120
Online (advance)$75
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 Mountain | Hunter Mountain | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $120 | $139 | Boyne Mountain |
| Online (30+ days) | $75 | $89 | Boyne Mountain |
| Season pass | $1,051 | $1,051 | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 150" | 85" | Boyne Mountain |
| Skiable acres | 415 | 247 | Boyne Mountain |
| Vertical drop | 500' | 1,600' | Hunter Mountain |
| Runs | 60 | 76 | Hunter Mountain |
| Lifts | 12 | 13 | Hunter Mountain |
| Summit elevation | 1,290' | 4,040' | Hunter Mountain |
| Beginner terrain | 30% | 25% | Boyne Mountain |
| Advanced terrain | 30% | 45% | Hunter Mountain |
| Average lift wait | 8 min | 15 min | Boyne Mountain |
The Match
Boyne Mountain is cheaper at the gate ($75 vs $89 entry). Boyne Mountain is significantly bigger (415 vs 247 acres). Boyne Mountain sees more snow (150" vs 85"). Both are on the Epic pass — same pass, same wallet.