🏒 Michigan — Epic
3 mountains🌽 Minnesota
Epic: 1 · Ikon: 2🧀 Wisconsin — Ikon
1 mountain🏗 Ohio — Epic
2 mountains📋 Full Mountain List
All pass-affiliated mountains at a glance| Mountain | State | Pass | Vertical | Avg Snow | Day Ticket | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boyne Highlands | MI | Epic | 552 ft | 150" | $95 | |
| Boyne Mountain | MI | Epic | 500 ft | 155" | $95 | |
| Devil's Head | WI | Ikon | 500 ft | 55" | $65 | |
| Afton Alps | MN | Epic | 350 ft | 55" | $75 | |
| Buck Hill | MN | Ikon | 308 ft | 50" | $50 | |
| Wild Mountain | MN | Ikon | 300 ft | 50" | $52 | |
| Alpine Valley | MI | Epic | 280 ft | 60" | $75 | |
| Mad River Mountain | OH | Epic | 300 ft | 50" | $60 | |
| Boston Mills/Brandywine | OH | Epic | 240 ft | 65" | $65 |
* Pass affiliations and prices subject to change. Verify with Epic Pass and Ikon Pass before purchasing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Epic Pass or Ikon Pass better for Midwest skiing?
The Epic Pass covers more Midwest resorts overall, with Boyne Highlands, Boyne Mountain, and Alpine Valley in Michigan, Afton Alps in Minnesota, and Mad River Mountain and Boston Mills/Brandywine in Ohio. The Ikon Pass covers Devil's Head in Wisconsin, Buck Hill in Minnesota, and Wild Mountain in Minnesota. If you ski in Michigan or Ohio, the Epic Pass has better local coverage. Wisconsin and Twin Cities skiers will find the Ikon Pass more useful close to home.
What Michigan ski resorts are on the Epic Pass?
Three Michigan ski resorts are on the Epic Pass: Boyne Highlands, Boyne Mountain, and Alpine Valley. Boyne Highlands and Boyne Mountain in Northern Michigan are the two most developed destination ski resorts in the state, with combined terrain exceeding 1,600 acres. The Ikon Pass does not include any Michigan ski resorts.
Is there an Ikon Pass ski resort in Wisconsin?
Yes. Devil's Head Resort in Baraboo, Wisconsin is included on the Ikon Pass. It is the largest ski resort in Wisconsin with 500 feet of vertical drop and 30 trails. The Epic Pass does not include any Wisconsin ski resorts.
Does the Epic Pass work at any Ohio ski resorts?
Yes. The Epic Pass includes Mad River Mountain in Bellefontaine, Ohio, and Boston Mills/Brandywine in the greater Cleveland area. These are two of the most accessible resorts for Ohio skiers and are a strong reason to choose the Epic Pass if you live in central or northeastern Ohio. The Ikon Pass has no Ohio ski resorts.
Is it worth buying an Epic or Ikon Pass just for Midwest skiing?
If you only plan to ski Midwest resorts, the national price of an Epic or Ikon Pass is hard to justify on local access alone. Most Midwest skiers who buy a major pass do so because they also take one or two trips to the Rockies, the Northeast, or the Pacific Northwest each season. If you ski entirely within the Midwest, exploring day tickets or regional passes at specific resorts may be more cost-effective.