Breckenridge vs Steamboat
Comparing Breckenridge (CO) and Steamboat (CO) 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
Steamboat
Steamboat Springs, CO
Ikon pass
Window price$339
Online (advance)$149
Season pass$1,329
Side-by-side
| Stat | Breckenridge | Steamboat | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $321 | $339 | Breckenridge |
| Online (30+ days) | $220 | $149 | Steamboat |
| Season pass | $1,051 | $1,329 | Breckenridge |
| Annual snowfall | 220" | 342" | Steamboat |
| Skiable acres | 2,908 | 3,741 | Steamboat |
| Vertical drop | 3,398' | 3,668' | Steamboat |
| Runs | 187 | 184 | Breckenridge |
| Lifts | 35 | 23 | Breckenridge |
| Summit elevation | 12,998' | 10,568' | Breckenridge |
| Beginner terrain | 14% | 14% | Tied |
| Advanced terrain | 55% | 44% | Breckenridge |
| Average lift wait | 20 min | 10 min | Steamboat |
The Match
Steamboat is cheaper at the gate ($149 vs $220 entry). Steamboat is significantly bigger (3,741 vs 2,908 acres). Steamboat sees more snow (342" vs 220"). Pass affiliation: Breckenridge is Epic, Steamboat is Ikon.