Breckenridge vs Northstar
Comparing Breckenridge (CO) and Northstar (CA) on price, terrain, snowfall, and lift wait. Numbers from the 2026 season.
Breckenridge
Breckenridge, CO
Epic pass
Window price$321
Online (advance)$220
Season pass$1,051
Northstar
Truckee, CA
Epic pass
Window price$199
Online (advance)$127
Season pass$1,051
Side-by-side
| Stat | Breckenridge | Northstar | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $321 | $199 | Northstar |
| Online (30+ days) | $220 | $127 | Northstar |
| Season pass | $1,051 | $1,051 | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 220" | 350" | Northstar |
| Skiable acres | 2,908 | 3,170 | Northstar |
| Vertical drop | 3,398' | 2,280' | Breckenridge |
| Runs | 187 | 100 | Breckenridge |
| Lifts | 35 | 20 | Breckenridge |
| Summit elevation | 12,998' | 8,610' | Breckenridge |
| Beginner terrain | 14% | 13% | Breckenridge |
| Advanced terrain | 55% | 27% | Breckenridge |
| Average lift wait | 20 min | 12 min | Northstar |
The Match
Northstar is cheaper at the gate ($127 vs $220 entry). Northstar sees more snow (350" vs 220"). Both are on the Epic pass — same pass, same wallet.