Powderhorn vs Silverton Mountain
Comparing Powderhorn (CO) and Silverton Mountain (CO) on price, terrain, snowfall, and lift wait. Numbers from the 2026 season.
Powderhorn
Mesa, CO
Indy Pass pass
Window price$89
Online (advance)$59
Season pass—
Silverton Mountain
Silverton, CO
Independent pass
Window price$139
Online (advance)$139
Season pass—
Side-by-side
| Stat | Powderhorn | Silverton Mountain | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $89 | $139 | Powderhorn |
| Online (30+ days) | $59 | $139 | Powderhorn |
| Season pass | — | — | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 250" | 400" | Silverton Mountain |
| Skiable acres | 1,600 | 1,819 | Silverton Mountain |
| Vertical drop | 1,650' | 3,087' | Silverton Mountain |
| Runs | 62 | 0 | Powderhorn |
| Lifts | 4 | 1 | Powderhorn |
| Summit elevation | 9,850' | 13,487' | Silverton Mountain |
| Beginner terrain | 20% | 0% | Powderhorn |
| Advanced terrain | 40% | 100% | Silverton Mountain |
| Average lift wait | — | — | Tied |
The Match
Powderhorn is cheaper at the gate ($59 vs $139 entry). Silverton Mountain sees more snow (400" vs 250"). Pass affiliation: Powderhorn is Indy Pass, Silverton Mountain is Independent.