Okemo vs Vail
Comparing Okemo (VT) and Vail (CO) on price, terrain, snowfall, and lift wait. Numbers from the 2026 season.
Okemo
Ludlow, VT
Epic pass
Window price$239
Online (advance)$149
Season pass$1,051
Vail
Vail, CO
Epic pass
Window price$356
Online (advance)$199
Season pass$1,051
Side-by-side
| Stat | Okemo | Vail | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $239 | $356 | Okemo |
| Online (30+ days) | $149 | $199 | Okemo |
| Season pass | $1,051 | $1,051 | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 250" | 247" | Okemo |
| Skiable acres | 1,500 | 5,317 | Vail |
| Vertical drop | 2,150' | 3,450' | Vail |
| Runs | 122 | 277 | Vail |
| Lifts | 20 | 33 | Vail |
| Summit elevation | 3,308' | 11,370' | Vail |
| Beginner terrain | 27% | 18% | Okemo |
| Advanced terrain | 34% | 53% | Vail |
| Average lift wait | 10 min | 18 min | Okemo |
The Match
Okemo is cheaper at the gate ($149 vs $199 entry). Vail is significantly bigger (5,317 vs 1,500 acres). Both are on the Epic pass — same pass, same wallet.