Heavenly vs Stevens Pass
Comparing Heavenly (CA) and Stevens Pass (WA) 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
Stevens Pass
Skykomish, WA
Epic pass
Window price$159
Online (advance)$120
Season pass$1,051
Side-by-side
| Stat | Heavenly | Stevens Pass | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $191 | $159 | Stevens Pass |
| Online (30+ days) | $119 | $120 | Heavenly |
| Season pass | $1,051 | $1,051 | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 360" | 450" | Stevens Pass |
| Skiable acres | 4,800 | 1,125 | Heavenly |
| Vertical drop | 3,812' | 1,800' | Heavenly |
| Runs | 97 | 52 | Heavenly |
| Lifts | 30 | 10 | Heavenly |
| Summit elevation | 10,067' | 5,853' | Heavenly |
| Beginner terrain | 20% | 11% | Heavenly |
| Advanced terrain | 35% | 35% | Tied |
| Average lift wait | 18 min | 15 min | Stevens Pass |
The Match
Heavenly is cheaper at the gate ($119 vs $120 entry). Heavenly is significantly bigger (4,800 vs 1,125 acres). Stevens Pass sees more snow (450" vs 360"). Both are on the Epic pass — same pass, same wallet.