Heavenly vs Snowbird
Comparing Heavenly (CA) and Snowbird (UT) 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
Snowbird
Snowbird, UT
Independent pass
Window price$229
Online (advance)$149
Season pass$1,199
Side-by-side
| Stat | Heavenly | Snowbird | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $191 | $229 | Heavenly |
| Online (30+ days) | $119 | $149 | Heavenly |
| Season pass | $1,051 | $1,199 | Heavenly |
| Annual snowfall | 360" | 500" | Snowbird |
| Skiable acres | 4,800 | 2,500 | Heavenly |
| Vertical drop | 3,812' | 3,240' | Heavenly |
| Runs | 97 | 140 | Snowbird |
| Lifts | 30 | 10 | Heavenly |
| Summit elevation | 10,067' | 11,300' | Snowbird |
| Beginner terrain | 20% | 27% | Snowbird |
| Advanced terrain | 35% | 35% | Tied |
| Average lift wait | 18 min | 12 min | Snowbird |
The Match
Heavenly is cheaper at the gate ($119 vs $149 entry). Heavenly is significantly bigger (4,800 vs 2,500 acres). Snowbird sees more snow (500" vs 360"). Pass affiliation: Heavenly is Epic, Snowbird is Independent.