Heavenly vs Northstar
Comparing Heavenly (CA) and Northstar (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
Northstar
Truckee, CA
Epic pass
Window price$199
Online (advance)$127
Season pass$1,051
Side-by-side
| Stat | Heavenly | Northstar | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $191 | $199 | Heavenly |
| Online (30+ days) | $119 | $127 | Heavenly |
| Season pass | $1,051 | $1,051 | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 360" | 350" | Heavenly |
| Skiable acres | 4,800 | 3,170 | Heavenly |
| Vertical drop | 3,812' | 2,280' | Heavenly |
| Runs | 97 | 100 | Northstar |
| Lifts | 30 | 20 | Heavenly |
| Summit elevation | 10,067' | 8,610' | Heavenly |
| Beginner terrain | 20% | 13% | Heavenly |
| Advanced terrain | 35% | 27% | Heavenly |
| Average lift wait | 18 min | 12 min | Northstar |
The Match
Heavenly is cheaper at the gate ($119 vs $127 entry). Heavenly is significantly bigger (4,800 vs 3,170 acres). Both are on the Epic pass — same pass, same wallet.