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Pass Price

Adult $1,119

Young Adult $889

Teen $889

Child $569

The 2026/2027 Epic Pass is on sale for the lowest price of the season. 

Pass Price

Adult $1,449 

Young Adult $1,049

Child $449

4 and Under $199

The 2026/2027 Ikon Pass is on sale for the lowest price of the season.

Epic Pass Policies

Epic Pass Coverage is included with every pass purchased.

Ikon Pass Policies

Confidence to Buy: Pass holders who purchase a refundable pass and haven’t scanned their Ikon Pass by January 15, 2027 can choose to get a 100% refund. A single scan on your Ikon Pass by January 15 can receive 50% back. Additional coverage options can be purchased through Ski.com. Terms and conditions apply.

Epic Pass Access

90+ Resorts Total

Grants access to:
Unlimited access to 42 resorts in U.S., Canada, Australia and Switzerland, plus free days of skiing or riding in Japan, France, Italy and Austria.

Full Ikon Pass Access

70+ Resorts Total

Grants access to:
Unlimited access to 18 resorts in U.S. and Canada, plus 7 days of skiing or riding in Japan, China, South Korea, New Zealand, Australia, Chile, Italy, France, Austria and Switzerland.

Unlimited Resorts on Epic Pass

Heavenly, CA
Kirkwood, CA
Northstar, CA
Beaver Creek, CO
Breckenridge, CO
Crested Butte, CO
Keystone, CO
Vail, CO
Paoli Peaks, IN
Mt. Brighton, MI
Hidden Valley, MO
Snow Creek, MO
Afton Alps, MN
Attitash, NH
Crotched Mountain, NH
Mount Sunapee, NH
Wildcat, NH
Hunter Mountain, NY
Alpine Valley, OH
Boston Mills, OH
Brandywine, OH
Mad River Mountain, OH
Big Boulder, PA
Hidden Valley, PA
Jack Frost, PA
Laurel Mountain, PA
Liberty, PA
Roundtop, PA
Seven Springs, PA
Whitetail, PA
Park City, UT
Mount Snow, VT
Okemo, VT
Stowe, VT
Stevens Pass, WA
Wilmot, WI
Falls Creek, Australia
Hotham, Australia
Perisher, Australia
Whistler Blackcomb, BC
Andermatt-Sedrun, Switzerland
Crans-Montana, Switzerland

Unlimited Resorts on Ikon Pass

Big Bear Mountain, CA

June Mountain, CA

Mammoth Mountain, CA

Palisades Tahoe, CA

Snow Valley, CA

Arapahoe Basin, CO

Copper Mountain, CO

Eldora Mountain, CO

Steamboat, CO

Winter Park, CO

Schweitzer, ID

Solitude Mountain, UT

Stratton, VT

Sugarbush, VT

Crystal Mountain, WA

Snowshoe, WV

Blue Mountain, ON

Tremblant, QC

Limited Resorts on Epic Pass

Resorts in the U.S.:

Telluride, CO

Resorts of the Canadian Rockies:
Fernie Alpine

Kicking Horse

Kimberley Alpine

Mont Sainte Anne

Nakiska

Stoneham

Italy’s Skirama Dolomiti Resorts:

Andalo-Fai della Paganella

Folgarida-Lavarone

Folgarida-Marilleva

Madonna di Campiglio

Monte Bondone

Pejo

Pinzolo

Ponte di Legno-Tonale

France’s Les 3 Vallées Resorts:

Brides-Les-Bains

Courchevel

La Tania

Les Menuires

Méribel

Orelle

Saint Martin de Bellevelle

Val Thorens

Switzerland's Verbier 4 Vallées:

Bruson

La Tzoumaz

Nendaz

Thyon

Verbier

Veysonnaz

Resorts in Austria:

New! Mayrhofen and Hintertux

New! Saalbach and Zell am See-Kaprun

New! Silvretta Montafon

New! Sölden

Austria's Ski Arlberg Resorts:

Lech

Schröcken

St. Anton

St. Christoph

Stuben

Warth

Zürs

Resorts in Japan:

Hakuba

Rusutsu

Limited Resorts on Ikon Pass

Full Ikon Pass holders get seven days at these resorts.

Resorts in the U.S.:
Alyeska, AK
Sierra-at-Tahoe, CA
Aspen Snowmass, CO
Sun Valley, ID
Sugarloaf, ME
Sunday River, ME
Boyne Mountain, MI
New! Snowriver Mountain, MI
The Highlands, MI
New! Lutsen, MN
Big Sky, MT
Loon Mountain, NH
Taos, NM
Mt. Bachelor, OR
Camelback, PA
Blue Mountain, PA
Alta and Snowbird, UT
Brighton Resort, UT
Deer Valley, UT
Snowbasin, UT
Killington/Pico, VT
The Summit at Snoqualmie, WA
New! Granite Peak, WI
Jackson Hole, WY


Resorts in Canada:
Cypress Mountain, BC
Panorama Mountain, BC
Revelstoke Mountain, BC
RED Mountain, BC
SilverStar Mountain, BC
SkiBig3: Banff Sunshine, Lake Louise, Mt. Norquay
Sun Peaks, BC
Le Massif de Charlevoix, QC


Resorts in Andorra:
Grandvalira Resorts


Resorts in Austria:
Kitzbühel
Ischgl


Resorts in France:
Chamonix Mont-Blanc Valley
Megève


Resorts in Italy:
Valle d’Aosta
Italy’s Dolomiti Superski:
Alpe di Siusi
Alpe Lusia
Alta Badia
Arabba Marmolada
Brixen
Civetta
Cortina d’Ampezzo
Kronplatz
San Martino di Castrozza
Val di Fassa
Val di Fiemme
3 Zinnen Dolomites


Resorts in Switzerland:
St. Moritz
Zermatt


Resorts in Chile:
Valle Nevado


Resorts in China:
Yunding


Resorts in Japan:
Appi Kogen
Furano
Lotte Arai
Mt.T
Myōkō Suginohara
Nekoma Mountain
Niseko
Shiga Kogen
Zao Onsen


Resorts in South Korea:
Mona Yongpyong


Resorts in Australia:
Mt. Buller
Thredbo


Resorts in New Zealand
Coronet Peak
Mt. Hutt
The Remarkables


New! Full Ikon Pass holders get two days at these resorts (blackout dates apply).

Tamarack, ID
Jiminy Peak, MA
Ski Butternut, MA
Wild Mountain, MN
Buck Hill, MN
Giants Ridge, MN
Cranmore, NH
Devil’s Head, WI
Grouse Mountain, BC

Epic Resorts by Region

California (3 resorts)
Colorado (6 resorts)
Midwest (9 resorts)
New England (8 resorts)
Pacific Northwest (1 resort)
Utah (1 resort)
Canada (7 resorts)
Austria (13 resorts)
France (7 resorts)
Italy (8 resorts)
Switzerland (8 resorts)
Japan (11 resorts)
Australia (3 resorts)

Ikon Resorts by Region

Alaska (1 resort)
California (6 resorts)
Colorado (6 resorts)
Idaho (3 resorts)
Mid-Atlantic (3 resorts)
Midwest (8 resorts)
Montana (1 resort)
New Mexico (1 resort)
New England (9 resorts)
Oregon (1 resort)
Wyoming (1 resort)
Washington (2 resorts)
Utah (6 resorts)
Canada (10 resorts)
Europe (9 resorts)
Chile (1 resort)
China (1 resort)
Japan (9 resorts)
South Korea (1 resort)
Australia (2 resorts)
New Zealand (3 resorts)

Resorts on the Epic multi day passes for the 2026/2027 season

For Epic multi-day passes there are two new options, one with 32 resorts and another with 22, catering to where you're looking to ski.

32 Resorts Option:

Keystone, CO / Crested Butte, CO / Heavenly CA, NV / Northstar, CA / Kirkwood, CA / Stevens pass, WA / Stowe, VT / Okemo, VT / Mount Sunapee, NH / Mount Snow, VT / Hunter Mountain, NY / Attitash Mountain Resort, NH / Wildcat Mountain, NH / Crotched Mountain, NH / Liberty Mountain Resort, PA / Roundtop Mountain Resort, PA / Whitetail Resort, PA / Jack Frost, PA / Big Boulder, PA / Seven Springs, PA / Laurel Mountain, PA / Hidden Valley, PA / Mt. Brighton, MI / Afton Alps, MN / Wilmot, WI / Alpine Valley, OH / Boston Mills, OH / Brandywine, OH / Mad River Mountain, OH / Hidden Valley, MO / Snow Creek, MO / Paoli Peaks, IN

22 Resorts Option:

Mount Sunapee, NH / Attitash Mountain Resort, NH / Wildcat Mountain, NH / Crotched Mountain, NH / Liberty Mountain Resort, PA / Roundtop Mountain Resort, PA / Whitetail Resort, PA / Jack Frost, PA / Big Boulder, PA / Seven Springs, PA / Laurel Mountain, PA / Hidden Valley, PA / Mt. Brighton, MI / Afton Alps, MN / Wilmot, WI / Alpine Valley, OH / Boston Mills, OH / Brandywine, OH / Mad River Mountain, OH / Hidden Valley, MO / Snow Creek, MO / Paoli Peaks, IN

ADDITIONAL PRICING + PRODUCT DETAILS

Epic Local Pass Adult (31+): $829

Epic Local Pass Young Adult (18–30): $659

Epic Local Pass Teen (13–17): $659

Epic Local Pass Child (5–12): $435

ADDITIONAL PRICING + PRODUCT DETAILS

Ikon Base Pass Adult (23+): $1,019

Ikon Base Pass Young Adult (13-22): $729

Ikon Base Pass Child (5-12): $349

Ikon Base Pass 4 and Under: $149

Epic 1-Day Pass

Adult Holiday (All resorts, 13+): $167

Adult Holiday (32 resorts, 13+): $127

Adult Holiday (22 resorts, 13+): $80

Child Holiday (All resorts, 5–12): $86

Child Holiday (32 resorts, 5–12): $67

Child Holiday (22 resorts, 5–12): $42

Adult Excludes Holidays (all resorts): $141

Adult Excludes Holidays (32 resorts): $109

Adult Excludes Holidays (22 resorts): $68

Child Excludes Holidays (all resorts): $74

Child Excludes Holidays (32 resorts): $57

Child Excludes Holidays (22 resorts): $34

Epic 2-Day Pass

Adult Holiday (All resorts, 13+): $312

Adult Holiday (32 resorts, 13+): $241

Adult Holiday (22 resorts, 13+): $149

Child Holiday (All resorts, 5–12): $161

Child Holiday (32 resorts, 5–12): $123

Child Holiday (22 resorts, 5–12): $78

Adult Excludes Holidays (All resorts, 13+): $262

Adult Excludes Holidays (32 resorts, 13+): $206

Adult Excludes Holidays (22 resorts, 13+): $125

Child Excludes Holidays (All resorts, 5–12): $137

Child Excludes Holidays (32 resorts, 5–12): $106

Child Excludes Holidays (22 resorts, 5–12): $64

Epic 3-Day Pass

Adult Holiday (All resorts, 13+): $438

Adult Holiday (32 resorts, 13+): $337

Adult Holiday (22 resorts, 13+): $208

Child Holiday (All resorts, 5–12): $225

Child Holiday (32 resorts, 5–12): $173

Child Holiday (22 resorts, 5–12): $108

Adult Excludes Holidays (All resorts, 13+): $370

Adult Excludes Holidays (32 resorts, 13+): $287

Adult Excludes Holidays (22 resorts, 13+): $176

Child Excludes Holidays (All resorts, 5–12): $193

Child Excludes Holidays (32 resorts, 5–12): $148

Child Excludes Holidays (22 resorts, 5–12): $91

Epic 4-Day Pass

Adult Holiday (All resorts, 13+): $545

Adult Holiday (32 resorts, 13+): $422

Adult Holiday (22 resorts, 13+): $260

Child Holiday (All resorts, 5–12): $280

Child Holiday (32 resorts, 5–12): $217

Child Holiday (22 resorts, 5–12): $134

Adult Excludes Holidays (All resorts, 13+): $461

Adult Excludes Holidays (32 resorts, 13+): $359

Adult Excludes Holidays (22 resorts, 13+): $218

Child Excludes Holidays (All resorts, 5–12): $240

Child Excludes Holidays (32 resorts, 5–12): $184

Child Excludes Holidays (22 resorts, 5–12): $113

Epic 5-Day Pass

Adult Holiday (All resorts, 13+): $636

Adult Holiday (32 resorts, 13+): $497

Adult Holiday (22 resorts, 13+): $304

Child Holiday (All resorts, 5–12): $324

Child Holiday (32 resorts, 5–12): $254

Child Holiday (22 resorts, 5–12): $156

Adult Excludes Holidays (All resorts, 13+): $538

Adult Excludes Holidays (32 resorts, 13+): $416

Adult Excludes Holidays (22 resorts, 13+): $255

Child Excludes Holidays (All resorts, 5–12): $280

Child Excludes Holidays (32 resorts, 5–12): $215

Child Excludes Holidays (22 resorts, 5–12): $131

Epic 6-Day Pass

Adult Holiday (All resorts, 13+): $726

Adult Holiday (32 resorts, 13+): $561

Adult Holiday (22 resorts, 13+): $345

Child Holiday (All resorts, 5–12): $372

Child Holiday (32 resorts, 5–12): $288

Child Holiday (22 resorts, 5–12): $177

Adult Excludes Holidays (All resorts, 13+): $615

Adult Excludes Holidays (32 resorts, 13+): $472

Adult Excludes Holidays (22 resorts, 13+): $291

Child Excludes Holidays (All resorts, 5–12): $319

Child Excludes Holidays (32 resorts, 5–12): $242

Child Excludes Holidays (22 resorts, 5–12): $150

Epic 7-Day Pass

Adult Holiday (All resorts, 13+): $812

Adult Holiday (32 resorts, 13+): $624

Adult Holiday (22 resorts, 13+): $384

Child Holiday (All resorts, 5–12): $416

Child Holiday (32 resorts, 5–12): $319

Child Holiday (22 resorts, 5–12): $195

Adult Excludes Holidays (All resorts, 13+): $687

Adult Excludes Holidays (32 resorts, 13+): $526

Adult Excludes Holidays (22 resorts, 13+): $323

Child Excludes Holidays (All resorts, 5–12): $359

Child Excludes Holidays (32 resorts, 5–12): $270

Child Excludes Holidays (22 resorts, 5–12): $165

Military Pass

Military Pass Active and Dependent: $220

Military Pass Retired and Dependent: $220

Military Pass Veteran: $633

Military Pass Veteran Dependent: $633 (adult) | $338 (child)

Epic Military Passes do NOT include access to partner resorts: Telluride, Resorts of the Canadian Rockies (Fernie, Kicking Horse, Kimberley Alpine Resort, Nakiska, Mont Sainte Anne and Stoneham), Japan (Rusutsu and Hakuba Valley) and European partners.

Summit Value Pass

Summit Value Pass Adult (19+): $665

Summit Value Pass Teen (13–18): $541

Summit Value Pass Child (5–12): $373

Tahoe Pass

Tahoe Local Pass: Ski 7 days a week (excluding blackout days) at Kirkwood, Heavenly and Northstar

Tahoe Local Pass Adult (19+): $699

Tahoe Local Pass Teen (13–18): $566

Tahoe Local Pass Child (5–12): $349

Tahoe Value Pass: Ski 7 days a week at Heavenly and 6 days week at Northstar and Kirkwood

Tahoe Value Pass Adult (19–64): $597

Tahoe Value Pass Senior (65+): $507

Tahoe Value Pass Teen (13–18): $497

Tahoe Value Pass Child (5–12): $294

Northeast Pass

Northeast Value Pass: Access to 21 resorts starting Fall 2026/2027 season (excluding blackout days)

Northeast Value Pass Adult (18–64): $676

Northeast Value Pass Senior (65+): $507

Northeast Value Pass Teen (13–18): $507

Northeast Midweek Pass: Access to 21 resorts starting Fall 2026/2027 season (excluding blackout days)

Northeast Midweek Pass Adult (18–64): $507

Northeast Midweek Pass Senior (65+): $384

4-Day:

Ikon Session Pass Adult (23+): $529

Ikon Session Pass Young Adult (13-22): $419

Ikon Session Pass Child (5-12): $309

Ikon Session Pass 4 and Under: $309

3-Day:

Ikon Session Pass Adult (23+): $429

Ikon Session Pass Young Adult (13-22): $369

Ikon Session Pass Child (5-12): $259

Ikon Session Pass 4 and Under: $259

2-Day:

Ikon Session Pass Adult (23+): $319

Ikon Session Pass Young Adult (13-22): $259

Ikon Session Pass Child (5-12): $209

Ikon Session Pass 4 and Under: $209

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS

Buddy Tickets and Discounted Ski with a Friend Rates, blackout dates apply (Receive 10 Epic Friends Tickets with the purchase of an Epic Pass for the 2026/2027 season)

Epic Coverage is included with every pass and provides protection across a range of Qualifying Personal Events and Qualifying Resort Closures

20% off food at select on-mountain locations

Epic Pass holders receive an exclusive 20% resort lodging discount

20% off group ski or snowboarding lessons for Epic Pass holders

20% on Whistler Heli-Skiing when Epic Pass holders book in advance

20% off transportation from Denver International Airport to Colorado ski areas for Epic Pass holders

20% off ski and snowboard rentals at dozens of locations

50% off a tune-up and one free wax a year at select locations for Epic Pass holders

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS

15 Friends and Family lift tickets offering 25% off window rates on Ikon Pass, and 10 on Ikon Base Pass

Up to 15% off food, beverage and retail at select locations and destinations on Ikon Pass and 10% off on Ikon Base Pass

Ikon Pass holders and Ikon Base Pass holders are eligible for renewal rewards

College, military and nurse discounts

Ikon Pass Travel - browse and compare airfare, hotels, and activities to customize your perfect mountain getaway

Lodging and destination deals

First Tracks at select destinations

Discounts at CMH Summer Adventure Heli-hiking trips 

20% discount at The North Face for Ikon Pass holders

30% discount at Smartwool for Ikon Pass holders

20% discount at Kiehl’s for Ikon Pass holders

20% discount at Carv for Ikon Pass holders

30% discount at Trubar for Ikon Pass holders

25% discount at ShipSkis for Ikon Pass holders

30% off the U.S. Ski and Snowboard Team’s Insider Fan program

Ikon Pass holders get an exclusive Free Welcome Kit when starting a new AG1 subscription

20% off Gravity Haus memberships for Ikon Pass holders

15% off Away luggage for Ikon Pass holders

Free bike park access: Ikon Pass holders receive two complimentary bike park tickets and Ikon Base Pass holders receive one park ticket

Discounts with Under Canvas for Ikon Pass holders

One-year membership with Protect Our Winters (POW) for Ikon Pass holders

Skiers ages 23–28 can save $199 on an Ikon Base Pass when a group of five purchases five passes together

What is the difference between Epic Pass and Ikon Pass?

The Epic Pass and Ikon Pass are top multi-resort ski passes, but they differ in resort access, pricing and perks. Epic Pass grants unlimited access to 42 resorts like Vail, Whistler Blackcomb and Park City, plus limited access to Japan and Europe. Ikon Pass offers unlimited skiing at 17 resorts, including Steamboat, Winter Park and Mammoth, plus limited days at premium destinations like Aspen Snowmass, Jackson Hole and Big Sky. 

Epic Pass is more budget friendly, with built-in Epic Coverage and buddy tickets, while Ikon Pass includes travel discounts, First Tracks and more premium resorts. Epic is best for skiers wanting affordable, unlimited skiing, while Ikon is ideal for those who prefer high-end, Western U.S. resorts. 

Epic also has better international access (Europe, Japan, Australia), whereas Ikon offers more varied terrain across North America. For frequent skiers, Epic’s lower cost makes it a great value, while Ikon is better for those who want flexibility across premium resorts. 

Which Pass Should You Buy?

  • If you only ski a few times per season, consider Epic or Ikon multi-day passes for cheaper access without a full commitment.

Need help deciding? Our Mountain Travel Experts at Ski.com can guide you through choosing the right pass for your ski season. You can all them at 800-610-8911 or hit the chat button in the bottom right corner.


Do the Ikon passes and Epic passes offer any of the same resorts?

The Ikon Pass and Epic Pass do not share any resorts for the 2026/2027 ski season. The Epic Pass offers unlimited access to 42 resorts, including Vail and Whistler Blackcomb, with limited access to others like Telluride and select European destinations. The Ikon Pass provides unlimited skiing at 17 resorts, including Steamboat and Mammoth, with limited days at places like Aspen Snowmass and Jackson Hole.

While both passes grant access to international resorts, such as those in Japan, Canada and Europe, they do not overlap in terms of specific mountain access. Each pass has its own partnerships and agreements with different resort operators. If you’re deciding between the two, consider which resorts best fit your travel plans and preferred terrain, as no single pass will grant access to both Epic and Ikon resorts.


Is the Epic Pass or the Ikon Pass more expensive?

Prices for both the Epic Pass and Ikon Pass have gone up about 7% for the 25/26 season. While Ikon Pass remains the pricier option, Epic offers flexible day pass options, letting you ski for as little as $100 per day when you buy an Epic Day Pass in advance. This is a huge advantage if you know you'll be skiing next season but haven't locked in your destination yet — you can purchase now and decide on your dates and resort later.

Not sure which pass is right for you? Our Mountain Travel Experts can help. Call 800-610-8911 or hit the chat button in the bottom right corner of the page to get personalized advice!


How much is a one-day Epic Pass?

An unlimited one-day Epic Pass including peak dates begins at $118 for an adult and $61 for a child.

When can I buy Epic Pass 2026/2027?

Epic Pass is now on sale for the 2026/2027 season and can be purchased through December. Epic Pass sales typically open in March and remain available until early December, with early-bird pricing offering the lowest rate

How much does the Ikon Pass cost?

The current price for an adult Ikon Pass for the 2026/2027 is $1,429 for a full adult pass.

What is better Epic Pass or Ikon Pass?

Deciding between the Epic Pass or Ikon Pass depends on how they will be used, including how often you plan to ski and where. Technically, the Epic Pass offers more access to a larger number of different resorts, however, in the long run, it comes down to personal preference and winter vacation planning from season to season.

Each pass also offers different tiers with a different number of days per resort, some with and without blackout dates, and there is an option to buy multi-day passes as well. Our Mountain Travel Experts at Ski.com can help walk you through the different options and decide which pass is best for you.

What states are on the Ikon Pass?

With the Ikon Pass, you can ski 34 different resorts in the states of California, Colorado, Idaho, Maine, Michigan, Montana, New Hampshire, New Mexico, New York, Oregon, Utah, Vermont, West Virginia and Wyoming.

What states are on the Epic Pass?

With the Epic Pass, you can ski 37 different resorts in the states of California, Colorado, Indiana, Michigan, Missouri, Minnesota, New Hampshire, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Utah, Vermont, Washington and Wisconsin.

Do you get unlimited skiing with an Epic Pass?

Yes, with the purchase of an Epic Pass you have an unlimited number of days to over 25 resorts in North America alone, and then unlimited days at Andermatt-Sedrun Resort in Switzerland, as well as Australian resorts Perisher, Falls Creek and Hotham.

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