Boyne Mountain vs Northstar
Comparing Boyne Mountain (MI) and Northstar (CA) 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
Northstar
Truckee, CA
Epic pass
Window price$199
Online (advance)$127
Season pass$1,051
Side-by-side
| Stat | Boyne Mountain | Northstar | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $120 | $199 | Boyne Mountain |
| Online (30+ days) | $75 | $127 | Boyne Mountain |
| Season pass | $1,051 | $1,051 | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 150" | 350" | Northstar |
| Skiable acres | 415 | 3,170 | Northstar |
| Vertical drop | 500' | 2,280' | Northstar |
| Runs | 60 | 100 | Northstar |
| Lifts | 12 | 20 | Northstar |
| Summit elevation | 1,290' | 8,610' | Northstar |
| Beginner terrain | 30% | 13% | Boyne Mountain |
| Advanced terrain | 30% | 27% | Boyne Mountain |
| Average lift wait | 8 min | 12 min | Boyne Mountain |
The Match
Boyne Mountain is cheaper at the gate ($75 vs $127 entry). Northstar is significantly bigger (3,170 vs 415 acres). Northstar sees more snow (350" vs 150"). Both are on the Epic pass — same pass, same wallet.