Eldora Mountain vs Mammoth Mountain
Comparing Eldora Mountain (CO) and Mammoth Mountain (CA) on price, terrain, snowfall, and lift wait. Numbers from the 2026 season.
Eldora Mountain
Nederland, CO
Ikon pass
Window price$199
Online (advance)$109
Season pass$1,329
Mammoth Mountain
Mammoth Lakes, CA
Ikon pass
Window price$219
Online (advance)$77
Season pass$1,329
Side-by-side
| Stat | Eldora Mountain | Mammoth Mountain | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $199 | $219 | Eldora Mountain |
| Online (30+ days) | $109 | $77 | Mammoth Mountain |
| Season pass | $1,329 | $1,329 | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 300" | 400" | Mammoth Mountain |
| Skiable acres | 680 | 3,500 | Mammoth Mountain |
| Vertical drop | 1,240' | 3,100' | Mammoth Mountain |
| Runs | 53 | 178 | Mammoth Mountain |
| Lifts | 10 | 24 | Mammoth Mountain |
| Summit elevation | 10,600' | 11,053' | Mammoth Mountain |
| Beginner terrain | 30% | 25% | Eldora Mountain |
| Advanced terrain | 20% | 35% | Mammoth Mountain |
| Average lift wait | — | 15 min | Mammoth Mountain |
The Match
Mammoth Mountain is cheaper at the gate ($77 vs $109 entry). Mammoth Mountain is significantly bigger (3,500 vs 680 acres). Mammoth Mountain sees more snow (400" vs 300"). Both are on the Ikon pass — same pass, same wallet.