Hunter Mountain vs Telluride
Comparing Hunter Mountain (NY) and Telluride (CO) 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
Telluride
Telluride, CO
Epic pass
Window price$328
Online (advance)$165
Season pass$1,051
Side-by-side
| Stat | Hunter Mountain | Telluride | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $139 | $328 | Hunter Mountain |
| Online (30+ days) | $89 | $165 | Hunter Mountain |
| Season pass | $1,051 | $1,051 | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 85" | 300" | Telluride |
| Skiable acres | 247 | 2,000 | Telluride |
| Vertical drop | 1,600' | 4,425' | Telluride |
| Runs | 76 | 149 | Telluride |
| Lifts | 13 | 17 | Telluride |
| Summit elevation | 4,040' | 13,282' | Telluride |
| Beginner terrain | 25% | 23% | Hunter Mountain |
| Advanced terrain | 45% | 41% | Hunter Mountain |
| Average lift wait | 15 min | 5 min | Telluride |
The Match
Hunter Mountain is cheaper at the gate ($89 vs $165 entry). Telluride is significantly bigger (2,000 vs 247 acres). Telluride sees more snow (300" vs 85"). Both are on the Epic pass — same pass, same wallet.