Northstar vs Stowe
Comparing Northstar (CA) and Stowe (VT) 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
Stowe
Stowe, VT
Epic pass
Window price$239
Online (advance)$169
Season pass$1,051
Side-by-side
| Stat | Northstar | Stowe | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $199 | $239 | Northstar |
| Online (30+ days) | $127 | $169 | Northstar |
| Season pass | $1,051 | $1,051 | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 350" | 300" | Northstar |
| Skiable acres | 3,170 | 485 | Northstar |
| Vertical drop | 2,280' | 2,331' | Stowe |
| Runs | 100 | 116 | Stowe |
| Lifts | 20 | 12 | Northstar |
| Summit elevation | 8,610' | 4,393' | Northstar |
| Beginner terrain | 13% | 16% | Stowe |
| Advanced terrain | 27% | 25% | Northstar |
| Average lift wait | 12 min | 12 min | Tied |
The Match
Northstar is cheaper at the gate ($127 vs $169 entry). Northstar is significantly bigger (3,170 vs 485 acres). Northstar sees more snow (350" vs 300"). Both are on the Epic pass — same pass, same wallet.