Kirkwood vs Okemo
Comparing Kirkwood (CA) and Okemo (VT) on price, terrain, snowfall, and lift wait. Numbers from the 2026 season.
Kirkwood
Kirkwood, CA
Epic pass
Window price$139
Online (advance)$99
Season pass$1,051
Okemo
Ludlow, VT
Epic pass
Window price$239
Online (advance)$149
Season pass$1,051
Side-by-side
| Stat | Kirkwood | Okemo | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $139 | $239 | Kirkwood |
| Online (30+ days) | $99 | $149 | Kirkwood |
| Season pass | $1,051 | $1,051 | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 600" | 250" | Kirkwood |
| Skiable acres | 2,300 | 1,500 | Kirkwood |
| Vertical drop | 2,000' | 2,150' | Okemo |
| Runs | 86 | 122 | Okemo |
| Lifts | 13 | 20 | Okemo |
| Summit elevation | 9,800' | 3,308' | Kirkwood |
| Beginner terrain | 12% | 27% | Okemo |
| Advanced terrain | 57% | 34% | Kirkwood |
| Average lift wait | 5 min | 10 min | Kirkwood |
The Match
Kirkwood is cheaper at the gate ($99 vs $149 entry). Kirkwood is significantly bigger (2,300 vs 1,500 acres). Kirkwood sees more snow (600" vs 250"). Both are on the Epic pass — same pass, same wallet.