Stevens Pass vs Stowe
Comparing Stevens Pass (WA) and Stowe (VT) on price, terrain, snowfall, and lift wait. Numbers from the 2026 season.
Stevens Pass
Skykomish, WA
Epic pass
Window price$159
Online (advance)$120
Season pass$1,051
Stowe
Stowe, VT
Epic pass
Window price$239
Online (advance)$169
Season pass$1,051
Side-by-side
| Stat | Stevens Pass | Stowe | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $159 | $239 | Stevens Pass |
| Online (30+ days) | $120 | $169 | Stevens Pass |
| Season pass | $1,051 | $1,051 | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 450" | 300" | Stevens Pass |
| Skiable acres | 1,125 | 485 | Stevens Pass |
| Vertical drop | 1,800' | 2,331' | Stowe |
| Runs | 52 | 116 | Stowe |
| Lifts | 10 | 12 | Stowe |
| Summit elevation | 5,853' | 4,393' | Stevens Pass |
| Beginner terrain | 11% | 16% | Stowe |
| Advanced terrain | 35% | 25% | Stevens Pass |
| Average lift wait | 15 min | 12 min | Stowe |
The Match
Stevens Pass is cheaper at the gate ($120 vs $169 entry). Stevens Pass is significantly bigger (1,125 vs 485 acres). Stevens Pass sees more snow (450" vs 300"). Both are on the Epic pass — same pass, same wallet.