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High Wallowas vs Stevens Pass

Stevens Pass excels for families prioritizing family features.

The Verdict

Stevens Pass leads with 4 wins
Best for Families
Stevens Pass

Family-focused experience

Best Snowfall
Stevens Pass

326.9" average · Reliably deep

Best Terrain
Stevens Pass

Impressive mountain

Best Value
High Wallowas

$0 day pass

Easiest Access
Stevens Pass

Most accessible

Best Village Vibe
High Wallowas

Pleasant base area

High Wallowas
Oregon, United States
$$
Stevens Pass
Washington, USA
$$Epic

Family

Ski School Age
-
4+
Full-Day Program
-
Beginner Terrain
6.5
7.0
Walkability
5.0
5.5
Village Vibe
5.0
5.0

Mountain

Vertical
1,640'
1,800'
Skiable Area
0 ac
1,125 ac
Green Runs
25%
11%
Trails
10
52
Lifts
1
10

Getting There

Airport
PDX
SEA
Drive Time
2h
1.7h
Road Ease
5.0
5.5

Cost

Passes
None
Epic
Day Pass
$0
$139
Cost Tier
Moderate
Moderate

Village

Dining
Limited
Limited
Grocery
Spa
Pool
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Snowfall Comparison

Live conditions

High Wallowas

127.1"

avg season

2024-25 season

134.7" total

106%

Stevens Pass

326.9"

avg season

2024-25 season

271.7" total

83%

Season Accumulation (10-Year Average)

OctNovDecJanFebMarApr
327"163"0"
High Wallowas
Stevens Pass

Key Insights

Stevens Pass excels for families prioritizing family features.

Key Differences

  • Stevens Pass offers more terrain variety (1,125 acres vs 0 acres)

Best For

High Wallowas

  • Budget-conscious families

Stevens Pass

  • Advanced skiers seeking terrain variety (1,125 acres)
  • Parents with young children (ski school from age 4)
  • Budget-conscious families

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Regions

Colorado
Utah
British Columbia

Best For

Best for Beginners
Most Walkable
Best for Toddlers

Guides

First Family Ski Trip Guide
Best Time to Go Skiing