June Mountain vs Kirkwood
Comparing June Mountain (CA) and Kirkwood (CA) on price, terrain, snowfall, and lift wait. Numbers from the 2026 season.
June Mountain
June Lake, CA
Ikon pass
Window price$115
Online (advance)$75
Season pass$1,329
Kirkwood
Kirkwood, CA
Epic pass
Window price$139
Online (advance)$99
Season pass$1,051
Side-by-side
| Stat | June Mountain | Kirkwood | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $115 | $139 | June Mountain |
| Online (30+ days) | $75 | $99 | June Mountain |
| Season pass | $1,329 | $1,051 | Kirkwood |
| Annual snowfall | 300" | 600" | Kirkwood |
| Skiable acres | 1,500 | 2,300 | Kirkwood |
| Vertical drop | 2,590' | 2,000' | June Mountain |
| Runs | 41 | 86 | Kirkwood |
| Lifts | 6 | 13 | Kirkwood |
| Summit elevation | 10,135' | 9,800' | June Mountain |
| Beginner terrain | 20% | 12% | June Mountain |
| Advanced terrain | 35% | 57% | Kirkwood |
| Average lift wait | — | 5 min | Kirkwood |
The Match
June Mountain is cheaper at the gate ($75 vs $99 entry). Kirkwood is significantly bigger (2,300 vs 1,500 acres). Kirkwood sees more snow (600" vs 300"). Pass affiliation: June Mountain is Ikon, Kirkwood is Epic.