Crested Butte vs Stevens Pass
Comparing Crested Butte (CO) and Stevens Pass (WA) 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
Stevens Pass
Skykomish, WA
Epic pass
Window price$159
Online (advance)$120
Season pass$1,051
Side-by-side
| Stat | Crested Butte | Stevens Pass | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $239 | $159 | Stevens Pass |
| Online (30+ days) | $169 | $120 | Stevens Pass |
| Season pass | $1,051 | $1,051 | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 236" | 450" | Stevens Pass |
| Skiable acres | 1,547 | 1,125 | Crested Butte |
| Vertical drop | 2,775' | 1,800' | Crested Butte |
| Runs | 121 | 52 | Crested Butte |
| Lifts | 16 | 10 | Crested Butte |
| Summit elevation | 12,162' | 5,853' | Crested Butte |
| Beginner terrain | 15% | 11% | Crested Butte |
| Advanced terrain | 24% | 35% | Stevens Pass |
| Average lift wait | 6 min | 15 min | Crested Butte |
The Match
Stevens Pass is cheaper at the gate ($120 vs $169 entry). Crested Butte is significantly bigger (1,547 vs 1,125 acres). Stevens Pass sees more snow (450" vs 236"). Both are on the Epic pass — same pass, same wallet.