Loveland vs Sunlight Mountain
Comparing Loveland (CO) and Sunlight 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
Sunlight Mountain
Glenwood Springs, CO
Independent pass
Window price$89
Online (advance)$49
Season pass—
Side-by-side
| Stat | Loveland | Sunlight Mountain | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $149 | $89 | Sunlight Mountain |
| Online (30+ days) | $119 | $49 | Sunlight Mountain |
| Season pass | $599 | — | Loveland |
| Annual snowfall | 380" | 250" | Loveland |
| Skiable acres | 1,800 | 680 | Loveland |
| Vertical drop | 2,210' | 2,010' | Loveland |
| Runs | 94 | 72 | Loveland |
| Lifts | 9 | 3 | Loveland |
| Summit elevation | 13,010' | 9,895' | Loveland |
| Beginner terrain | 15% | 20% | Sunlight Mountain |
| Advanced terrain | 41% | 25% | Loveland |
| Average lift wait | 7 min | — | Loveland |
The Match
Sunlight Mountain is cheaper at the gate ($49 vs $119 entry). Loveland is significantly bigger (1,800 vs 680 acres). Loveland sees more snow (380" vs 250"). Both are on the Independent pass — same pass, same wallet.