Snowbird vs Steamboat
Comparing Snowbird (UT) and Steamboat (CO) on price, terrain, snowfall, and lift wait. Numbers from the 2026 season.
Snowbird
Snowbird, UT
Independent pass
Window price$229
Online (advance)$149
Season pass$1,199
Steamboat
Steamboat Springs, CO
Ikon pass
Window price$339
Online (advance)$149
Season pass$1,329
Side-by-side
| Stat | Snowbird | Steamboat | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $229 | $339 | Snowbird |
| Online (30+ days) | $149 | $149 | Tied |
| Season pass | $1,199 | $1,329 | Snowbird |
| Annual snowfall | 500" | 342" | Snowbird |
| Skiable acres | 2,500 | 3,741 | Steamboat |
| Vertical drop | 3,240' | 3,668' | Steamboat |
| Runs | 140 | 184 | Steamboat |
| Lifts | 10 | 23 | Steamboat |
| Summit elevation | 11,300' | 10,568' | Snowbird |
| Beginner terrain | 27% | 14% | Snowbird |
| Advanced terrain | 35% | 44% | Steamboat |
| Average lift wait | 12 min | 10 min | Steamboat |
The Match
Steamboat is significantly bigger (3,741 vs 2,500 acres). Snowbird sees more snow (500" vs 342"). Pass affiliation: Snowbird is Independent, Steamboat is Ikon.