Hunter Mountain vs Stevens Pass
Comparing Hunter Mountain (NY) and Stevens Pass (WA) 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
Stevens Pass
Skykomish, WA
Epic pass
Window price$159
Online (advance)$120
Season pass$1,051
Side-by-side
| Stat | Hunter Mountain | Stevens Pass | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $139 | $159 | Hunter Mountain |
| Online (30+ days) | $89 | $120 | Hunter Mountain |
| Season pass | $1,051 | $1,051 | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 85" | 450" | Stevens Pass |
| Skiable acres | 247 | 1,125 | Stevens Pass |
| Vertical drop | 1,600' | 1,800' | Stevens Pass |
| Runs | 76 | 52 | Hunter Mountain |
| Lifts | 13 | 10 | Hunter Mountain |
| Summit elevation | 4,040' | 5,853' | Stevens Pass |
| Beginner terrain | 25% | 11% | Hunter Mountain |
| Advanced terrain | 45% | 35% | Hunter Mountain |
| Average lift wait | 15 min | 15 min | Tied |
The Match
Hunter Mountain is cheaper at the gate ($89 vs $120 entry). Stevens Pass is significantly bigger (1,125 vs 247 acres). Stevens Pass sees more snow (450" vs 85"). Both are on the Epic pass — same pass, same wallet.