Loveland vs Monarch Mountain
Comparing Loveland (CO) and Monarch Mountain (CO) on price, terrain, snowfall, and lift wait. Numbers from the 2026 season.
Loveland
Georgetown, CO
Independent pass
Window price$149
Online (advance)$119
Season pass$599
Monarch Mountain
Salida, CO
Independent pass
Window price$99
Online (advance)$79
Season pass$649
Side-by-side
| Stat | Loveland | Monarch Mountain | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $149 | $99 | Monarch Mountain |
| Online (30+ days) | $119 | $79 | Monarch Mountain |
| Season pass | $599 | $649 | Loveland |
| Annual snowfall | 380" | 350" | Loveland |
| Skiable acres | 1,800 | 665 | Loveland |
| Vertical drop | 2,210' | 1,946' | Loveland |
| Runs | 94 | 50 | Loveland |
| Lifts | 9 | 8 | Loveland |
| Summit elevation | 13,010' | 11,244' | Loveland |
| Beginner terrain | 15% | 22% | Monarch Mountain |
| Advanced terrain | 41% | 47% | Monarch Mountain |
| Average lift wait | 7 min | 3 min | Monarch Mountain |
The Match
Monarch Mountain is cheaper at the gate ($79 vs $119 entry). Loveland is significantly bigger (1,800 vs 665 acres). Both are on the Independent pass — same pass, same wallet.