Crystal Mountain vs Steamboat
Comparing Crystal Mountain (WA) and Steamboat (CO) on price, terrain, snowfall, and lift wait. Numbers from the 2026 season.
Crystal Mountain
Crystal Mountain, WA
Ikon pass
Window price$199
Online (advance)$62
Season pass$1,329
Steamboat
Steamboat Springs, CO
Ikon pass
Window price$339
Online (advance)$149
Season pass$1,329
Side-by-side
| Stat | Crystal Mountain | Steamboat | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $199 | $339 | Crystal Mountain |
| Online (30+ days) | $62 | $149 | Crystal Mountain |
| Season pass | $1,329 | $1,329 | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 450" | 342" | Crystal Mountain |
| Skiable acres | 2,600 | 3,741 | Steamboat |
| Vertical drop | 3,100' | 3,668' | Steamboat |
| Runs | 57 | 184 | Steamboat |
| Lifts | 11 | 23 | Steamboat |
| Summit elevation | 7,500' | 10,568' | Steamboat |
| Beginner terrain | 13% | 14% | Steamboat |
| Advanced terrain | 30% | 44% | Steamboat |
| Average lift wait | 12 min | 10 min | Steamboat |
The Match
Crystal Mountain is cheaper at the gate ($62 vs $149 entry). Steamboat is significantly bigger (3,741 vs 2,600 acres). Crystal Mountain sees more snow (450" vs 342"). Both are on the Ikon pass — same pass, same wallet.