Northstar vs Seven Springs
Comparing Northstar (CA) and Seven Springs (PA) on price, terrain, snowfall, and lift wait. Numbers from the 2026 season.
Northstar
Truckee, CA
Epic pass
Window price$199
Online (advance)$127
Season pass$1,051
Seven Springs
Seven Springs, PA
Epic pass
Window price$122
Online (advance)$99
Season pass$1,051
Side-by-side
| Stat | Northstar | Seven Springs | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $199 | $122 | Seven Springs |
| Online (30+ days) | $127 | $99 | Seven Springs |
| Season pass | $1,051 | $1,051 | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 350" | 100" | Northstar |
| Skiable acres | 3,170 | 285 | Northstar |
| Vertical drop | 2,280' | 750' | Northstar |
| Runs | 100 | 40 | Northstar |
| Lifts | 20 | 15 | Northstar |
| Summit elevation | 8,610' | 2,850' | Northstar |
| Beginner terrain | 13% | 30% | Seven Springs |
| Advanced terrain | 27% | 25% | Northstar |
| Average lift wait | 12 min | 12 min | Tied |
The Match
Seven Springs is cheaper at the gate ($99 vs $127 entry). Northstar is significantly bigger (3,170 vs 285 acres). Northstar sees more snow (350" vs 100"). Both are on the Epic pass — same pass, same wallet.