Crested Butte vs Seven Springs
Comparing Crested Butte (CO) and Seven Springs (PA) 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
Seven Springs
Seven Springs, PA
Epic pass
Window price$122
Online (advance)$99
Season pass$1,051
Side-by-side
| Stat | Crested Butte | Seven Springs | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $239 | $122 | Seven Springs |
| Online (30+ days) | $169 | $99 | Seven Springs |
| Season pass | $1,051 | $1,051 | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 236" | 100" | Crested Butte |
| Skiable acres | 1,547 | 285 | Crested Butte |
| Vertical drop | 2,775' | 750' | Crested Butte |
| Runs | 121 | 40 | Crested Butte |
| Lifts | 16 | 15 | Crested Butte |
| Summit elevation | 12,162' | 2,850' | Crested Butte |
| Beginner terrain | 15% | 30% | Seven Springs |
| Advanced terrain | 24% | 25% | Seven Springs |
| Average lift wait | 6 min | 12 min | Crested Butte |
The Match
Seven Springs is cheaper at the gate ($99 vs $169 entry). Crested Butte is significantly bigger (1,547 vs 285 acres). Crested Butte sees more snow (236" vs 100"). Both are on the Epic pass — same pass, same wallet.