Fernie Alpine vs Kirkwood
Comparing Fernie Alpine (BC) and Kirkwood (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
Kirkwood
Kirkwood, CA
Epic pass
Window price$139
Online (advance)$99
Season pass$1,051
Side-by-side
| Stat | Fernie Alpine | Kirkwood | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $189 | $139 | Kirkwood |
| Online (30+ days) | $160 | $99 | Kirkwood |
| Season pass | $1,051 | $1,051 | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 300" | 600" | Kirkwood |
| Skiable acres | 2,500 | 2,300 | Fernie Alpine |
| Vertical drop | 3,550' | 2,000' | Fernie Alpine |
| Runs | 142 | 86 | Fernie Alpine |
| Lifts | 10 | 13 | Kirkwood |
| Summit elevation | 6,150' | 9,800' | Kirkwood |
| Beginner terrain | 10% | 12% | Kirkwood |
| Advanced terrain | 50% | 57% | Kirkwood |
| Average lift wait | — | 5 min | Kirkwood |
The Match
Kirkwood is cheaper at the gate ($99 vs $160 entry). Kirkwood sees more snow (600" vs 300"). Both are on the Epic pass — same pass, same wallet.