Powderhorn vs Wolf Creek
Comparing Powderhorn (CO) and Wolf Creek (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—
Wolf Creek
Pagosa Springs, CO
Independent pass
Window price$105
Online (advance)$82
Season pass$649
Side-by-side
| Stat | Powderhorn | Wolf Creek | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $89 | $105 | Powderhorn |
| Online (30+ days) | $59 | $82 | Powderhorn |
| Season pass | — | $649 | Wolf Creek |
| Annual snowfall | 250" | 430" | Wolf Creek |
| Skiable acres | 1,600 | 1,600 | Tied |
| Vertical drop | 1,650' | 1,600' | Powderhorn |
| Runs | 62 | 77 | Wolf Creek |
| Lifts | 4 | 6 | Wolf Creek |
| Summit elevation | 9,850' | 11,900' | Wolf Creek |
| Beginner terrain | 20% | 20% | Tied |
| Advanced terrain | 40% | 45% | Wolf Creek |
| Average lift wait | — | — | Tied |
The Match
Powderhorn is cheaper at the gate ($59 vs $82 entry). Wolf Creek sees more snow (430" vs 250"). Pass affiliation: Powderhorn is Indy Pass, Wolf Creek is Independent.