Mt. Bachelor vs Mt. Hood Meadows
Comparing Mt. Bachelor (OR) and Mt. Hood Meadows (OR) on price, terrain, snowfall, and lift wait. Numbers from the 2026 season.
Mt. Bachelor
Bend, OR
Ikon pass
Window price$224
Online (advance)$99
Season pass$1,329
Mt. Hood Meadows
Mt. Hood, OR
Independent pass
Window price$159
Online (advance)$69
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Side-by-side
| Stat | Mt. Bachelor | Mt. Hood Meadows | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $224 | $159 | Mt. Hood Meadows |
| Online (30+ days) | $99 | $69 | Mt. Hood Meadows |
| Season pass | $1,329 | — | Mt. Bachelor |
| Annual snowfall | 462" | 400" | Mt. Bachelor |
| Skiable acres | 4,300 | 2,150 | Mt. Bachelor |
| Vertical drop | 3,365' | 2,777' | Mt. Bachelor |
| Runs | 110 | 87 | Mt. Bachelor |
| Lifts | 17 | 13 | Mt. Bachelor |
| Summit elevation | 9,100' | 10,023' | Mt. Hood Meadows |
| Beginner terrain | 15% | 15% | Tied |
| Advanced terrain | 60% | 35% | Mt. Bachelor |
| Average lift wait | 10 min | 10 min | Tied |
The Match
Mt. Hood Meadows is cheaper at the gate ($69 vs $99 entry). Mt. Bachelor is significantly bigger (4,300 vs 2,150 acres). Mt. Bachelor sees more snow (462" vs 400"). Pass affiliation: Mt. Bachelor is Ikon, Mt. Hood Meadows is Independent.