Snowbird vs Telluride
Comparing Snowbird (UT) and Telluride (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
Telluride
Telluride, CO
Epic pass
Window price$328
Online (advance)$165
Season pass$1,051
Side-by-side
| Stat | Snowbird | Telluride | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $229 | $328 | Snowbird |
| Online (30+ days) | $149 | $165 | Snowbird |
| Season pass | $1,199 | $1,051 | Telluride |
| Annual snowfall | 500" | 300" | Snowbird |
| Skiable acres | 2,500 | 2,000 | Snowbird |
| Vertical drop | 3,240' | 4,425' | Telluride |
| Runs | 140 | 149 | Telluride |
| Lifts | 10 | 17 | Telluride |
| Summit elevation | 11,300' | 13,282' | Telluride |
| Beginner terrain | 27% | 23% | Snowbird |
| Advanced terrain | 35% | 41% | Telluride |
| Average lift wait | 12 min | 5 min | Telluride |
The Match
Snowbird is cheaper at the gate ($149 vs $165 entry). Snowbird is significantly bigger (2,500 vs 2,000 acres). Snowbird sees more snow (500" vs 300"). Pass affiliation: Snowbird is Independent, Telluride is Epic.