Heavenly vs Stowe
Comparing Heavenly (CA) and Stowe (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
Stowe
Stowe, VT
Epic pass
Window price$239
Online (advance)$169
Season pass$1,051
Side-by-side
| Stat | Heavenly | Stowe | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $191 | $239 | Heavenly |
| Online (30+ days) | $119 | $169 | Heavenly |
| Season pass | $1,051 | $1,051 | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 360" | 300" | Heavenly |
| Skiable acres | 4,800 | 485 | Heavenly |
| Vertical drop | 3,812' | 2,331' | Heavenly |
| Runs | 97 | 116 | Stowe |
| Lifts | 30 | 12 | Heavenly |
| Summit elevation | 10,067' | 4,393' | Heavenly |
| Beginner terrain | 20% | 16% | Heavenly |
| Advanced terrain | 35% | 25% | Heavenly |
| Average lift wait | 18 min | 12 min | Stowe |
The Match
Heavenly is cheaper at the gate ($119 vs $169 entry). Heavenly is significantly bigger (4,800 vs 485 acres). Heavenly sees more snow (360" vs 300"). Both are on the Epic pass — same pass, same wallet.