Kirkwood vs Whiteface
Comparing Kirkwood (CA) and Whiteface (NY) 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
Whiteface
Wilmington, NY
Epic pass
Window price$109
Online (advance)$79
Season pass$1,051
Side-by-side
| Stat | Kirkwood | Whiteface | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $139 | $109 | Whiteface |
| Online (30+ days) | $99 | $79 | Whiteface |
| Season pass | $1,051 | $1,051 | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 600" | 200" | Kirkwood |
| Skiable acres | 2,300 | 645 | Kirkwood |
| Vertical drop | 2,000' | 3,430' | Whiteface |
| Runs | 86 | 86 | Tied |
| Lifts | 13 | 11 | Kirkwood |
| Summit elevation | 9,800' | 4,867' | Kirkwood |
| Beginner terrain | 12% | 20% | Whiteface |
| Advanced terrain | 57% | 38% | Kirkwood |
| Average lift wait | 5 min | 8 min | Kirkwood |
The Match
Whiteface is cheaper at the gate ($79 vs $99 entry). Kirkwood is significantly bigger (2,300 vs 645 acres). Kirkwood sees more snow (600" vs 200"). Both are on the Epic pass — same pass, same wallet.