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Mt Bachelor vs Stevens Pass

Mt Bachelor excels for families prioritizing beginner terrain.

The Verdict

Mt Bachelor leads with 4 wins
Best for Families
Mt Bachelor

Family-focused experience

Best Snowfall
Stevens Pass

326.9" average ยท Reliably deep

Best Terrain
Mt Bachelor

3,365' of vertical

Best Value
Stevens Pass

Moderate pricing

Easiest Access
Mt Bachelor

0.8h from RDM

Best Village Vibe
Mt Bachelor

Pleasant base area

Mt Bachelor
Oregon, United States
$$Ikon
Stevens Pass
Washington, USA
$$Epic

Family

Ski School Age
4+
4+
Full-Day Program
Beginner Terrain
7.5
7.0
Walkability
5.0
5.5
Village Vibe
5.5
5.0

Mountain

Vertical
3,365'
1,800'
Skiable Area
4,318 ac
1,125 ac
Green Runs
15%
11%
Trails
101
52
Lifts
15
10

Getting There

Airport
RDM
SEA
Drive Time
0.8h
1.7h
Road Ease
7.0
5.5

Cost

Passes
Ikon
Epic
Day Pass
$169
$139
Cost Tier
Moderate
Moderate

Village

Dining
Limited
Limited
Grocery
Spa
Pool
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Snowfall Comparison

Live conditions

Mt Bachelor

261"

avg season

2024-25 season

338" total

130%

Stevens Pass

326.9"

avg season

2024-25 season

271.7" total

83%

Season Accumulation (10-Year Average)

OctNovDecJanFebMarApr
327"163"0"
Mt Bachelor
Stevens Pass

Key Insights

Mt Bachelor excels for families prioritizing beginner terrain.

Key Differences

  • Mt Bachelor offers more terrain variety (4,318 acres vs 1,125 acres)
  • Mt Bachelor has greater vertical drop (3,365' vs 1,800'), offering longer runs
  • Stevens Pass has more beginner/intermediate terrain (65% green and blue), while Mt Bachelor skews more advanced (60% black and double black)

Best For

Mt Bachelor

  • Advanced skiers seeking terrain variety (4,318 acres)
  • Parents with young children (ski school from age 4)
  • Budget-conscious families

Stevens Pass

  • Parents with young children (ski school from age 4)
  • Budget-conscious families
  • Parents wanting full-day ski school programs

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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
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