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A peak-day adult lift ticket at a major US resort costs $180 to $330 at the window this season. Buying online at least a week ahead saves 15–40% at most resorts, and a multi-resort pass pays off from around 5–7 days.
Day-ticket prices by resort
Prices checked on September 29, 2026
| Resort | Where | Adult · 1 day | Child · 1 day | Season pass | Passes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vail | Colorado Rockies, United States | $202 | $139 | — | Epic Pass |
| Park City Mountain | Wasatch Range, United States | $202 | $131 | — | Epic Pass |
| Mammoth Mountain | Sierra Nevada, United States | $119 | $60 | — | Ikon Pass |
| Whistler Blackcomb | Coast Mtns, Canada | CA$202 | CA$101 | — | Epic Pass |
Cheapest published adult and child day ticket this season, from each resort’s own ticket page.
How we check these prices
Example copy. This explains the method: every price is read from the resort’s own ticket page on a fixed date, for the same peak Saturday, so resorts are comparable.
Example copy. This explains dynamic pricing and why the same ticket costs less on a Tuesday in January.
Frequently asked questions
Which ski resort has the most expensive lift ticket this season?
Example answer. The most expensive resort in the table, with its price and the date it was checked.
Is Epic or Ikon cheaper?
Example answer. How many days each pass needs to beat the window price at the resorts above.
Are lift tickets cheaper online?
Example answer. The typical online discount and how far ahead to buy.
Sources
- Resort ticket pages (example) — accessed October 1, 2026
