Heavenly vs Telluride
Comparing Heavenly (CA) and Telluride (CO) 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
Telluride
Telluride, CO
Epic pass
Window price$328
Online (advance)$165
Season pass$1,051
Side-by-side
| Stat | Heavenly | Telluride | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $191 | $328 | Heavenly |
| Online (30+ days) | $119 | $165 | Heavenly |
| Season pass | $1,051 | $1,051 | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 360" | 300" | Heavenly |
| Skiable acres | 4,800 | 2,000 | Heavenly |
| Vertical drop | 3,812' | 4,425' | Telluride |
| Runs | 97 | 149 | Telluride |
| Lifts | 30 | 17 | Heavenly |
| Summit elevation | 10,067' | 13,282' | Telluride |
| Beginner terrain | 20% | 23% | Telluride |
| Advanced terrain | 35% | 41% | Telluride |
| Average lift wait | 18 min | 5 min | Telluride |
The Match
Heavenly is cheaper at the gate ($119 vs $165 entry). Heavenly is significantly bigger (4,800 vs 2,000 acres). Heavenly sees more snow (360" vs 300"). Both are on the Epic pass — same pass, same wallet.