Breckenridge vs Snowbird
Comparing Breckenridge (CO) and Snowbird (UT) 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
Snowbird
Snowbird, UT
Independent pass
Window price$229
Online (advance)$149
Season pass$1,199
Side-by-side
| Stat | Breckenridge | Snowbird | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $321 | $229 | Snowbird |
| Online (30+ days) | $220 | $149 | Snowbird |
| Season pass | $1,051 | $1,199 | Breckenridge |
| Annual snowfall | 220" | 500" | Snowbird |
| Skiable acres | 2,908 | 2,500 | Breckenridge |
| Vertical drop | 3,398' | 3,240' | Breckenridge |
| Runs | 187 | 140 | Breckenridge |
| Lifts | 35 | 10 | Breckenridge |
| Summit elevation | 12,998' | 11,300' | Breckenridge |
| Beginner terrain | 14% | 27% | Snowbird |
| Advanced terrain | 55% | 35% | Breckenridge |
| Average lift wait | 20 min | 12 min | Snowbird |
The Match
Snowbird is cheaper at the gate ($149 vs $220 entry). Snowbird sees more snow (500" vs 220"). Pass affiliation: Breckenridge is Epic, Snowbird is Independent.