Crested Butte vs Hunter Mountain
Comparing Crested Butte (CO) and Hunter Mountain (NY) on price, terrain, snowfall, and lift wait. Numbers from the 2026 season.
Crested Butte
Crested Butte, CO
Epic pass
Window price$239
Online (advance)$169
Season pass$1,051
Hunter Mountain
Hunter, NY
Epic pass
Window price$139
Online (advance)$89
Season pass$1,051
Side-by-side
| Stat | Crested Butte | Hunter Mountain | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $239 | $139 | Hunter Mountain |
| Online (30+ days) | $169 | $89 | Hunter Mountain |
| Season pass | $1,051 | $1,051 | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 236" | 85" | Crested Butte |
| Skiable acres | 1,547 | 247 | Crested Butte |
| Vertical drop | 2,775' | 1,600' | Crested Butte |
| Runs | 121 | 76 | Crested Butte |
| Lifts | 16 | 13 | Crested Butte |
| Summit elevation | 12,162' | 4,040' | Crested Butte |
| Beginner terrain | 15% | 25% | Hunter Mountain |
| Advanced terrain | 24% | 45% | Hunter Mountain |
| Average lift wait | 6 min | 15 min | Crested Butte |
The Match
Hunter Mountain is cheaper at the gate ($89 vs $169 entry). Crested Butte is significantly bigger (1,547 vs 247 acres). Crested Butte sees more snow (236" vs 85"). Both are on the Epic pass — same pass, same wallet.