Eldora Mountain vs Steamboat
Comparing Eldora Mountain (CO) and Steamboat (CO) 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
Steamboat
Steamboat Springs, CO
Ikon pass
Window price$339
Online (advance)$149
Season pass$1,329
Side-by-side
| Stat | Eldora Mountain | Steamboat | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $199 | $339 | Eldora Mountain |
| Online (30+ days) | $109 | $149 | Eldora Mountain |
| Season pass | $1,329 | $1,329 | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 300" | 342" | Steamboat |
| Skiable acres | 680 | 3,741 | Steamboat |
| Vertical drop | 1,240' | 3,668' | Steamboat |
| Runs | 53 | 184 | Steamboat |
| Lifts | 10 | 23 | Steamboat |
| Summit elevation | 10,600' | 10,568' | Eldora Mountain |
| Beginner terrain | 30% | 14% | Eldora Mountain |
| Advanced terrain | 20% | 44% | Steamboat |
| Average lift wait | — | 10 min | Steamboat |
The Match
Eldora Mountain is cheaper at the gate ($109 vs $149 entry). Steamboat is significantly bigger (3,741 vs 680 acres). Both are on the Ikon pass — same pass, same wallet.