Kirkwood vs Sierra-at-Tahoe
Comparing Kirkwood (CA) and Sierra-at-Tahoe (CA) 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
Sierra-at-Tahoe
Twin Bridges, CA
Independent pass
Window price$185
Online (advance)$89
Season pass$749
Side-by-side
| Stat | Kirkwood | Sierra-at-Tahoe | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $139 | $185 | Kirkwood |
| Online (30+ days) | $99 | $89 | Sierra-at-Tahoe |
| Season pass | $1,051 | $749 | Sierra-at-Tahoe |
| Annual snowfall | 600" | 400" | Kirkwood |
| Skiable acres | 2,300 | 2,000 | Kirkwood |
| Vertical drop | 2,000' | 2,212' | Sierra-at-Tahoe |
| Runs | 86 | 50 | Kirkwood |
| Lifts | 13 | 11 | Kirkwood |
| Summit elevation | 9,800' | 8,690' | Kirkwood |
| Beginner terrain | 12% | 25% | Sierra-at-Tahoe |
| Advanced terrain | 57% | 25% | Kirkwood |
| Average lift wait | 5 min | 8 min | Kirkwood |
The Match
Sierra-at-Tahoe is cheaper at the gate ($89 vs $99 entry). Kirkwood sees more snow (600" vs 400"). Pass affiliation: Kirkwood is Epic, Sierra-at-Tahoe is Independent.