Kirkwood vs Stowe
Comparing Kirkwood (CA) and Stowe (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
Stowe
Stowe, VT
Epic pass
Window price$239
Online (advance)$169
Season pass$1,051
Side-by-side
| Stat | Kirkwood | Stowe | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $139 | $239 | Kirkwood |
| Online (30+ days) | $99 | $169 | Kirkwood |
| Season pass | $1,051 | $1,051 | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 600" | 300" | Kirkwood |
| Skiable acres | 2,300 | 485 | Kirkwood |
| Vertical drop | 2,000' | 2,331' | Stowe |
| Runs | 86 | 116 | Stowe |
| Lifts | 13 | 12 | Kirkwood |
| Summit elevation | 9,800' | 4,393' | Kirkwood |
| Beginner terrain | 12% | 16% | Stowe |
| Advanced terrain | 57% | 25% | Kirkwood |
| Average lift wait | 5 min | 12 min | Kirkwood |
The Match
Kirkwood is cheaper at the gate ($99 vs $169 entry). Kirkwood is significantly bigger (2,300 vs 485 acres). Kirkwood sees more snow (600" vs 300"). Both are on the Epic pass — same pass, same wallet.