Fernie Alpine vs Heavenly
Comparing Fernie Alpine (BC) and Heavenly (CA) on price, terrain, snowfall, and lift wait. Numbers from the 2026 season.
Fernie Alpine
Fernie, BC
Epic pass
Window price$189
Online (advance)$160
Season pass$1,051
Heavenly
South Lake Tahoe, CA
Epic pass
Window price$191
Online (advance)$119
Season pass$1,051
Side-by-side
| Stat | Fernie Alpine | Heavenly | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $189 | $191 | Fernie Alpine |
| Online (30+ days) | $160 | $119 | Heavenly |
| Season pass | $1,051 | $1,051 | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 300" | 360" | Heavenly |
| Skiable acres | 2,500 | 4,800 | Heavenly |
| Vertical drop | 3,550' | 3,812' | Heavenly |
| Runs | 142 | 97 | Fernie Alpine |
| Lifts | 10 | 30 | Heavenly |
| Summit elevation | 6,150' | 10,067' | Heavenly |
| Beginner terrain | 10% | 20% | Heavenly |
| Advanced terrain | 50% | 35% | Fernie Alpine |
| Average lift wait | — | 18 min | Heavenly |
The Match
Heavenly is cheaper at the gate ($119 vs $160 entry). Heavenly is significantly bigger (4,800 vs 2,500 acres). Heavenly sees more snow (360" vs 300"). Both are on the Epic pass — same pass, same wallet.