Heavenly vs Sierra-at-Tahoe
Comparing Heavenly (CA) and Sierra-at-Tahoe (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
Sierra-at-Tahoe
Twin Bridges, CA
Independent pass
Window price$185
Online (advance)$89
Season pass$749
Side-by-side
| Stat | Heavenly | Sierra-at-Tahoe | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $191 | $185 | Sierra-at-Tahoe |
| Online (30+ days) | $119 | $89 | Sierra-at-Tahoe |
| Season pass | $1,051 | $749 | Sierra-at-Tahoe |
| Annual snowfall | 360" | 400" | Sierra-at-Tahoe |
| Skiable acres | 4,800 | 2,000 | Heavenly |
| Vertical drop | 3,812' | 2,212' | Heavenly |
| Runs | 97 | 50 | Heavenly |
| Lifts | 30 | 11 | Heavenly |
| Summit elevation | 10,067' | 8,690' | Heavenly |
| Beginner terrain | 20% | 25% | Sierra-at-Tahoe |
| Advanced terrain | 35% | 25% | Heavenly |
| Average lift wait | 18 min | 8 min | Sierra-at-Tahoe |
The Match
Sierra-at-Tahoe is cheaper at the gate ($89 vs $119 entry). Heavenly is significantly bigger (4,800 vs 2,000 acres). Pass affiliation: Heavenly is Epic, Sierra-at-Tahoe is Independent.