Steamboat vs Sun Valley
Comparing Steamboat (CO) and Sun Valley (ID) on price, terrain, snowfall, and lift wait. Numbers from the 2026 season.
Steamboat
Steamboat Springs, CO
Ikon pass
Window price$339
Online (advance)$149
Season pass$1,329
Sun Valley
Sun Valley, ID
Mountain Collective pass
Window price$149
Online (advance)$89
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Side-by-side
| Stat | Steamboat | Sun Valley | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $339 | $149 | Sun Valley |
| Online (30+ days) | $149 | $89 | Sun Valley |
| Season pass | $1,329 | — | Steamboat |
| Annual snowfall | 342" | 220" | Steamboat |
| Skiable acres | 3,741 | 2,457 | Steamboat |
| Vertical drop | 3,668' | 3,400' | Steamboat |
| Runs | 184 | 124 | Steamboat |
| Lifts | 23 | 17 | Steamboat |
| Summit elevation | 10,568' | 9,150' | Steamboat |
| Beginner terrain | 14% | 36% | Sun Valley |
| Advanced terrain | 44% | 22% | Steamboat |
| Average lift wait | 10 min | 6 min | Sun Valley |
The Match
Sun Valley is cheaper at the gate ($89 vs $149 entry). Steamboat is significantly bigger (3,741 vs 2,457 acres). Steamboat sees more snow (342" vs 220"). Pass affiliation: Steamboat is Ikon, Sun Valley is Mountain Collective.