Heavenly vs Keystone
Comparing Heavenly (CA) and Keystone (CO) on price, terrain, snowfall, and lift wait. Numbers from the 2026 season.
Heavenly
South Lake Tahoe, CA
Epic pass
Window price$191
Online (advance)$119
Season pass$1,051
Keystone
Keystone, CO
Epic pass
Window price$292
Online (advance)$220
Season pass$1,051
Side-by-side
| Stat | Heavenly | Keystone | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $191 | $292 | Heavenly |
| Online (30+ days) | $119 | $220 | Heavenly |
| Season pass | $1,051 | $1,051 | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 360" | 235" | Heavenly |
| Skiable acres | 4,800 | 3,148 | Heavenly |
| Vertical drop | 3,812' | 3,128' | Heavenly |
| Runs | 97 | 140 | Keystone |
| Lifts | 30 | 21 | Heavenly |
| Summit elevation | 10,067' | 12,408' | Keystone |
| Beginner terrain | 20% | 12% | Heavenly |
| Advanced terrain | 35% | 54% | Keystone |
| Average lift wait | 18 min | 14 min | Keystone |
The Match
Heavenly is cheaper at the gate ($119 vs $220 entry). Heavenly is significantly bigger (4,800 vs 3,148 acres). Heavenly sees more snow (360" vs 235"). Both are on the Epic pass — same pass, same wallet.