Kirkwood vs Telluride
Comparing Kirkwood (CA) and Telluride (CO) 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
Telluride
Telluride, CO
Epic pass
Window price$328
Online (advance)$165
Season pass$1,051
Side-by-side
| Stat | Kirkwood | Telluride | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $139 | $328 | Kirkwood |
| Online (30+ days) | $99 | $165 | Kirkwood |
| Season pass | $1,051 | $1,051 | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 600" | 300" | Kirkwood |
| Skiable acres | 2,300 | 2,000 | Kirkwood |
| Vertical drop | 2,000' | 4,425' | Telluride |
| Runs | 86 | 149 | Telluride |
| Lifts | 13 | 17 | Telluride |
| Summit elevation | 9,800' | 13,282' | Telluride |
| Beginner terrain | 12% | 23% | Telluride |
| Advanced terrain | 57% | 41% | Kirkwood |
| Average lift wait | 5 min | 5 min | Tied |
The Match
Kirkwood is cheaper at the gate ($99 vs $165 entry). Kirkwood sees more snow (600" vs 300"). Both are on the Epic pass — same pass, same wallet.