Heavenly vs Mammoth Mountain
Comparing Heavenly (CA) and Mammoth Mountain (CA) 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
Mammoth Mountain
Mammoth Lakes, CA
Ikon pass
Window price$219
Online (advance)$77
Season pass$1,329
Side-by-side
| Stat | Heavenly | Mammoth Mountain | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $191 | $219 | Heavenly |
| Online (30+ days) | $119 | $77 | Mammoth Mountain |
| Season pass | $1,051 | $1,329 | Heavenly |
| Annual snowfall | 360" | 400" | Mammoth Mountain |
| Skiable acres | 4,800 | 3,500 | Heavenly |
| Vertical drop | 3,812' | 3,100' | Heavenly |
| Runs | 97 | 178 | Mammoth Mountain |
| Lifts | 30 | 24 | Heavenly |
| Summit elevation | 10,067' | 11,053' | Mammoth Mountain |
| Beginner terrain | 20% | 25% | Mammoth Mountain |
| Advanced terrain | 35% | 35% | Tied |
| Average lift wait | 18 min | 15 min | Mammoth Mountain |
The Match
Mammoth Mountain is cheaper at the gate ($77 vs $119 entry). Heavenly is significantly bigger (4,800 vs 3,500 acres). Pass affiliation: Heavenly is Epic, Mammoth Mountain is Ikon.