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Arapahoe Basin
Independent Mountain
Independent

Arapahoe Basin

Colorado, US

Pass AffiliationSeason 2025/2026 Access

Arapahoe Basin operates as an independent ski mountain with direct daily lift tickets and local mountain season passes (not included on Epic or Ikon mega-passes).

Summit 13,050 ft
Base 10,520 ft
2,530 ft vert
1,428 acres
145 trails
9 lifts
350" avg snow

Arapahoe Basin Lift Tickets & Season Passes

Advance planning is essential to secure the best rates and avoid expensive walk-up window pricing.


Day Tickets vs. Season Passes

Ticket / Pass Type Details Blackout Dates Window
Single-Day Window Ticket Single day access None Day-of ($250–$300+)
Advance Day Pass Bundled days at discount Tier-dependent Online ≥7 days prior
Full Season Pass Season-long skiing None on flagship tiers Spring through early Dec

WARNING

Day-of single day window lift tickets routinely exceed $275–$300+ during peak holiday weeks. Always secure passes online well in advance.


Pass Affiliation & Policies

Pass Status: Pass access for Arapahoe Basin should be verified seasonally; check official resort channels for current multi-resort pass access.


Critical Deadlines

Season passes go off sale in early December each year. Purchasing in spring or early autumn guarantees the lowest rates and buddy ticket perks.

A-Basin; long season icon. Left Epic: treat as independent unless season pass returns; Band A for search gravity.

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