Powderhorn vs Steamboat
Comparing Powderhorn (CO) and Steamboat (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—
Steamboat
Steamboat Springs, CO
Ikon pass
Window price$339
Online (advance)$149
Season pass$1,329
Side-by-side
| Stat | Powderhorn | Steamboat | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $89 | $339 | Powderhorn |
| Online (30+ days) | $59 | $149 | Powderhorn |
| Season pass | — | $1,329 | Steamboat |
| Annual snowfall | 250" | 342" | Steamboat |
| Skiable acres | 1,600 | 3,741 | Steamboat |
| Vertical drop | 1,650' | 3,668' | Steamboat |
| Runs | 62 | 184 | Steamboat |
| Lifts | 4 | 23 | Steamboat |
| Summit elevation | 9,850' | 10,568' | Steamboat |
| Beginner terrain | 20% | 14% | Powderhorn |
| Advanced terrain | 40% | 44% | Steamboat |
| Average lift wait | — | 10 min | Steamboat |
The Match
Powderhorn is cheaper at the gate ($59 vs $149 entry). Steamboat is significantly bigger (3,741 vs 1,600 acres). Steamboat sees more snow (342" vs 250"). Pass affiliation: Powderhorn is Indy Pass, Steamboat is Ikon.