Killington vs Mammoth Mountain
Comparing Killington (VT) and Mammoth Mountain (CA) on price, terrain, snowfall, and lift wait. Numbers from the 2026 season.
Killington
Killington, VT
Independent pass
Window price$219
Online (advance)$159
Season pass—
Mammoth Mountain
Mammoth Lakes, CA
Ikon pass
Window price$219
Online (advance)$77
Season pass$1,329
Side-by-side
| Stat | Killington | Mammoth Mountain | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $219 | $219 | Tied |
| Online (30+ days) | $159 | $77 | Mammoth Mountain |
| Season pass | — | $1,329 | Mammoth Mountain |
| Annual snowfall | 250" | 400" | Mammoth Mountain |
| Skiable acres | 1,980 | 3,500 | Mammoth Mountain |
| Vertical drop | 3,050' | 3,100' | Mammoth Mountain |
| Runs | 155 | 178 | Mammoth Mountain |
| Lifts | 22 | 24 | Mammoth Mountain |
| Summit elevation | 4,241' | 11,053' | Mammoth Mountain |
| Beginner terrain | 28% | 25% | Killington |
| Advanced terrain | 39% | 35% | Killington |
| Average lift wait | 15 min | 15 min | Tied |
The Match
Mammoth Mountain is cheaper at the gate ($77 vs $159 entry). Mammoth Mountain is significantly bigger (3,500 vs 1,980 acres). Mammoth Mountain sees more snow (400" vs 250"). Pass affiliation: Killington is Independent, Mammoth Mountain is Ikon.