Hunter Mountain vs Kirkwood
Comparing Hunter Mountain (NY) and Kirkwood (CA) on price, terrain, snowfall, and lift wait. Numbers from the 2026 season.
Hunter Mountain
Hunter, NY
Epic pass
Window price$139
Online (advance)$89
Season pass$1,051
Kirkwood
Kirkwood, CA
Epic pass
Window price$139
Online (advance)$99
Season pass$1,051
Side-by-side
| Stat | Hunter Mountain | Kirkwood | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $139 | $139 | Tied |
| Online (30+ days) | $89 | $99 | Hunter Mountain |
| Season pass | $1,051 | $1,051 | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 85" | 600" | Kirkwood |
| Skiable acres | 247 | 2,300 | Kirkwood |
| Vertical drop | 1,600' | 2,000' | Kirkwood |
| Runs | 76 | 86 | Kirkwood |
| Lifts | 13 | 13 | Tied |
| Summit elevation | 4,040' | 9,800' | Kirkwood |
| Beginner terrain | 25% | 12% | Hunter Mountain |
| Advanced terrain | 45% | 57% | Kirkwood |
| Average lift wait | 15 min | 5 min | Kirkwood |
The Match
Hunter Mountain is cheaper at the gate ($89 vs $99 entry). Kirkwood is significantly bigger (2,300 vs 247 acres). Kirkwood sees more snow (600" vs 85"). Both are on the Epic pass — same pass, same wallet.