Loveland vs Telluride
Comparing Loveland (CO) and Telluride (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
Telluride
Telluride, CO
Epic pass
Window price$328
Online (advance)$165
Season pass$1,051
Side-by-side
| Stat | Loveland | Telluride | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $149 | $328 | Loveland |
| Online (30+ days) | $119 | $165 | Loveland |
| Season pass | $599 | $1,051 | Loveland |
| Annual snowfall | 380" | 300" | Loveland |
| Skiable acres | 1,800 | 2,000 | Telluride |
| Vertical drop | 2,210' | 4,425' | Telluride |
| Runs | 94 | 149 | Telluride |
| Lifts | 9 | 17 | Telluride |
| Summit elevation | 13,010' | 13,282' | Telluride |
| Beginner terrain | 15% | 23% | Telluride |
| Advanced terrain | 41% | 41% | Tied |
| Average lift wait | 7 min | 5 min | Telluride |
The Match
Loveland is cheaper at the gate ($119 vs $165 entry). Loveland sees more snow (380" vs 300"). Pass affiliation: Loveland is Independent, Telluride is Epic.