Copper Mountain vs Powderhorn
Comparing Copper Mountain (CO) and Powderhorn (CO) on price, terrain, snowfall, and lift wait. Numbers from the 2026 season.
Copper Mountain
Copper Mountain, CO
Ikon pass
Window price$274
Online (advance)$180
Season pass$1,329
Powderhorn
Mesa, CO
Indy Pass pass
Window price$89
Online (advance)$59
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Side-by-side
| Stat | Copper Mountain | Powderhorn | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $274 | $89 | Powderhorn |
| Online (30+ days) | $180 | $59 | Powderhorn |
| Season pass | $1,329 | — | Copper Mountain |
| Annual snowfall | 251" | 250" | Copper Mountain |
| Skiable acres | 2,507 | 1,600 | Copper Mountain |
| Vertical drop | 2,738' | 1,650' | Copper Mountain |
| Runs | 150 | 62 | Copper Mountain |
| Lifts | 24 | 4 | Copper Mountain |
| Summit elevation | 12,472' | 9,850' | Copper Mountain |
| Beginner terrain | 21% | 20% | Copper Mountain |
| Advanced terrain | 54% | 40% | Copper Mountain |
| Average lift wait | 12 min | — | Copper Mountain |
The Match
Powderhorn is cheaper at the gate ($59 vs $180 entry). Copper Mountain is significantly bigger (2,507 vs 1,600 acres). Pass affiliation: Copper Mountain is Ikon, Powderhorn is Indy Pass.