Stevens Pass vs Telluride
Comparing Stevens Pass (WA) and Telluride (CO) 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
Telluride
Telluride, CO
Epic pass
Window price$328
Online (advance)$165
Season pass$1,051
Side-by-side
| Stat | Stevens Pass | Telluride | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $159 | $328 | Stevens Pass |
| Online (30+ days) | $120 | $165 | Stevens Pass |
| Season pass | $1,051 | $1,051 | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 450" | 300" | Stevens Pass |
| Skiable acres | 1,125 | 2,000 | Telluride |
| Vertical drop | 1,800' | 4,425' | Telluride |
| Runs | 52 | 149 | Telluride |
| Lifts | 10 | 17 | Telluride |
| Summit elevation | 5,853' | 13,282' | Telluride |
| Beginner terrain | 11% | 23% | Telluride |
| Advanced terrain | 35% | 41% | Telluride |
| Average lift wait | 15 min | 5 min | Telluride |
The Match
Stevens Pass is cheaper at the gate ($120 vs $165 entry). Telluride is significantly bigger (2,000 vs 1,125 acres). Stevens Pass sees more snow (450" vs 300"). Both are on the Epic pass — same pass, same wallet.