Palisades Tahoe vs Steamboat
Comparing Palisades Tahoe (CA) and Steamboat (CO) on price, terrain, snowfall, and lift wait. Numbers from the 2026 season.
Palisades Tahoe
Olympic Valley, CA
Ikon pass
Window price$289
Online (advance)$189
Season pass$1,329
Steamboat
Steamboat Springs, CO
Ikon pass
Window price$339
Online (advance)$149
Season pass$1,329
Side-by-side
| Stat | Palisades Tahoe | Steamboat | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $289 | $339 | Palisades Tahoe |
| Online (30+ days) | $189 | $149 | Steamboat |
| Season pass | $1,329 | $1,329 | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 450" | 342" | Palisades Tahoe |
| Skiable acres | 6,000 | 3,741 | Palisades Tahoe |
| Vertical drop | 2,850' | 3,668' | Steamboat |
| Runs | 270 | 184 | Palisades Tahoe |
| Lifts | 42 | 23 | Palisades Tahoe |
| Summit elevation | 9,500' | 10,568' | Steamboat |
| Beginner terrain | 25% | 14% | Palisades Tahoe |
| Advanced terrain | 35% | 44% | Steamboat |
| Average lift wait | 15 min | 10 min | Steamboat |
The Match
Steamboat is cheaper at the gate ($149 vs $189 entry). Palisades Tahoe is significantly bigger (6,000 vs 3,741 acres). Palisades Tahoe sees more snow (450" vs 342"). Both are on the Ikon pass — same pass, same wallet.