Northstar vs Wilmot Mountain
Comparing Northstar (CA) and Wilmot Mountain (WI) 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
Wilmot Mountain
Wilmot, WI
Epic pass
Window price$79
Online (advance)$59
Season pass$1,051
Side-by-side
| Stat | Northstar | Wilmot Mountain | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $199 | $79 | Wilmot Mountain |
| Online (30+ days) | $127 | $59 | Wilmot Mountain |
| Season pass | $1,051 | $1,051 | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 350" | 50" | Northstar |
| Skiable acres | 3,170 | 120 | Northstar |
| Vertical drop | 2,280' | 205' | Northstar |
| Runs | 100 | 20 | Northstar |
| Lifts | 20 | 5 | Northstar |
| Summit elevation | 8,610' | 955' | Northstar |
| Beginner terrain | 13% | 50% | Wilmot Mountain |
| Advanced terrain | 27% | 15% | Northstar |
| Average lift wait | 12 min | — | Northstar |
The Match
Wilmot Mountain is cheaper at the gate ($59 vs $127 entry). Northstar is significantly bigger (3,170 vs 120 acres). Northstar sees more snow (350" vs 50"). Both are on the Epic pass — same pass, same wallet.