Heavenly vs Okemo
Comparing Heavenly (CA) and Okemo (VT) 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
Okemo
Ludlow, VT
Epic pass
Window price$239
Online (advance)$149
Season pass$1,051
Side-by-side
| Stat | Heavenly | Okemo | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $191 | $239 | Heavenly |
| Online (30+ days) | $119 | $149 | Heavenly |
| Season pass | $1,051 | $1,051 | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 360" | 250" | Heavenly |
| Skiable acres | 4,800 | 1,500 | Heavenly |
| Vertical drop | 3,812' | 2,150' | Heavenly |
| Runs | 97 | 122 | Okemo |
| Lifts | 30 | 20 | Heavenly |
| Summit elevation | 10,067' | 3,308' | Heavenly |
| Beginner terrain | 20% | 27% | Okemo |
| Advanced terrain | 35% | 34% | Heavenly |
| Average lift wait | 18 min | 10 min | Okemo |
The Match
Heavenly is cheaper at the gate ($119 vs $149 entry). Heavenly is significantly bigger (4,800 vs 1,500 acres). Heavenly sees more snow (360" vs 250"). Both are on the Epic pass — same pass, same wallet.