Kirkwood vs Stevens Pass
Comparing Kirkwood (CA) and Stevens Pass (WA) 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
Stevens Pass
Skykomish, WA
Epic pass
Window price$159
Online (advance)$120
Season pass$1,051
Side-by-side
| Stat | Kirkwood | Stevens Pass | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $139 | $159 | Kirkwood |
| Online (30+ days) | $99 | $120 | Kirkwood |
| Season pass | $1,051 | $1,051 | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 600" | 450" | Kirkwood |
| Skiable acres | 2,300 | 1,125 | Kirkwood |
| Vertical drop | 2,000' | 1,800' | Kirkwood |
| Runs | 86 | 52 | Kirkwood |
| Lifts | 13 | 10 | Kirkwood |
| Summit elevation | 9,800' | 5,853' | Kirkwood |
| Beginner terrain | 12% | 11% | Kirkwood |
| Advanced terrain | 57% | 35% | Kirkwood |
| Average lift wait | 5 min | 15 min | Kirkwood |
The Match
Kirkwood is cheaper at the gate ($99 vs $120 entry). Kirkwood is significantly bigger (2,300 vs 1,125 acres). Kirkwood sees more snow (600" vs 450"). Both are on the Epic pass — same pass, same wallet.