Crested Butte vs Wilmot Mountain
Comparing Crested Butte (CO) and Wilmot Mountain (WI) 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
Wilmot Mountain
Wilmot, WI
Epic pass
Window price$79
Online (advance)$59
Season pass$1,051
Side-by-side
| Stat | Crested Butte | Wilmot Mountain | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $239 | $79 | Wilmot Mountain |
| Online (30+ days) | $169 | $59 | Wilmot Mountain |
| Season pass | $1,051 | $1,051 | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 236" | 50" | Crested Butte |
| Skiable acres | 1,547 | 120 | Crested Butte |
| Vertical drop | 2,775' | 205' | Crested Butte |
| Runs | 121 | 20 | Crested Butte |
| Lifts | 16 | 5 | Crested Butte |
| Summit elevation | 12,162' | 955' | Crested Butte |
| Beginner terrain | 15% | 50% | Wilmot Mountain |
| Advanced terrain | 24% | 15% | Crested Butte |
| Average lift wait | 6 min | — | Crested Butte |
The Match
Wilmot Mountain is cheaper at the gate ($59 vs $169 entry). Crested Butte is significantly bigger (1,547 vs 120 acres). Crested Butte sees more snow (236" vs 50"). Both are on the Epic pass — same pass, same wallet.