Copper Mountain vs Silverton Mountain
Comparing Copper Mountain (CO) and Silverton Mountain (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
Silverton Mountain
Silverton, CO
Independent pass
Window price$139
Online (advance)$139
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Side-by-side
| Stat | Copper Mountain | Silverton Mountain | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $274 | $139 | Silverton Mountain |
| Online (30+ days) | $180 | $139 | Silverton Mountain |
| Season pass | $1,329 | — | Copper Mountain |
| Annual snowfall | 251" | 400" | Silverton Mountain |
| Skiable acres | 2,507 | 1,819 | Copper Mountain |
| Vertical drop | 2,738' | 3,087' | Silverton Mountain |
| Runs | 150 | 0 | Copper Mountain |
| Lifts | 24 | 1 | Copper Mountain |
| Summit elevation | 12,472' | 13,487' | Silverton Mountain |
| Beginner terrain | 21% | 0% | Copper Mountain |
| Advanced terrain | 54% | 100% | Silverton Mountain |
| Average lift wait | 12 min | — | Copper Mountain |
The Match
Silverton Mountain is cheaper at the gate ($139 vs $180 entry). Copper Mountain is significantly bigger (2,507 vs 1,819 acres). Silverton Mountain sees more snow (400" vs 251"). Pass affiliation: Copper Mountain is Ikon, Silverton Mountain is Independent.