Mt. Bachelor vs Palisades Tahoe
Comparing Mt. Bachelor (OR) and Palisades Tahoe (CA) 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
Palisades Tahoe
Olympic Valley, CA
Ikon pass
Window price$289
Online (advance)$189
Season pass$1,329
Side-by-side
| Stat | Mt. Bachelor | Palisades Tahoe | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $224 | $289 | Mt. Bachelor |
| Online (30+ days) | $99 | $189 | Mt. Bachelor |
| Season pass | $1,329 | $1,329 | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 462" | 450" | Mt. Bachelor |
| Skiable acres | 4,300 | 6,000 | Palisades Tahoe |
| Vertical drop | 3,365' | 2,850' | Mt. Bachelor |
| Runs | 110 | 270 | Palisades Tahoe |
| Lifts | 17 | 42 | Palisades Tahoe |
| Summit elevation | 9,100' | 9,500' | Palisades Tahoe |
| Beginner terrain | 15% | 25% | Palisades Tahoe |
| Advanced terrain | 60% | 35% | Mt. Bachelor |
| Average lift wait | 10 min | 15 min | Mt. Bachelor |
The Match
Mt. Bachelor is cheaper at the gate ($99 vs $189 entry). Palisades Tahoe is significantly bigger (6,000 vs 4,300 acres). Both are on the Ikon pass — same pass, same wallet.