Northstar vs Whiteface
Comparing Northstar (CA) and Whiteface (NY) 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
Whiteface
Wilmington, NY
Epic pass
Window price$109
Online (advance)$79
Season pass$1,051
Side-by-side
| Stat | Northstar | Whiteface | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $199 | $109 | Whiteface |
| Online (30+ days) | $127 | $79 | Whiteface |
| Season pass | $1,051 | $1,051 | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 350" | 200" | Northstar |
| Skiable acres | 3,170 | 645 | Northstar |
| Vertical drop | 2,280' | 3,430' | Whiteface |
| Runs | 100 | 86 | Northstar |
| Lifts | 20 | 11 | Northstar |
| Summit elevation | 8,610' | 4,867' | Northstar |
| Beginner terrain | 13% | 20% | Whiteface |
| Advanced terrain | 27% | 38% | Whiteface |
| Average lift wait | 12 min | 8 min | Whiteface |
The Match
Whiteface is cheaper at the gate ($79 vs $127 entry). Northstar is significantly bigger (3,170 vs 645 acres). Northstar sees more snow (350" vs 200"). Both are on the Epic pass — same pass, same wallet.