Is the Epic Local Worth It for 2026-27?
The short answer: The Epic Local ($829) covers 24 ski resorts across 3 countries for the 2026-27 season. PassCast's average skiability rating across its mountains is currently 53/100, and it breaks even in about 3 days at its flagship resorts (flagship peak-day ticket $292). This season's best-forecast mountains on the pass are Heavenly (72), Whistler Blackcomb (72), Vail (71).
The numbers
Breakeven is the pass price divided by a typical peak-window day ticket ($292) at its flagship mountains. Ski more days than that and the pass wins. Same schedule as full Epic: next increase expected early September 2026; sales end around early December.
Unlimited with holiday restrictions at most core resorts; 10 combined holiday-restricted days at Vail, Beaver Creek, and Whistler Blackcomb. Official pass site →
Should you buy it? Run your planThe verdict depends on which mountains you ski and how many days — not a blanket answer
PassCast's Pass Finder values the Epic Local across your whole season — home mountain plus trip legs — honoring day caps and shared allotments, then ranks it against every other pass by expected savings across 10,000 simulated seasons.
Deciding between the big two? See our Epic vs Ikon 2026-27 comparison.
Epic Local resorts, ranked by 2026-27 snow forecast
This is the forecast-driven part: every Epic Local mountain PassCast tracks, sorted by this season's skiability rating. Updated daily.
| # | Resort | Region | Skiability | Median snow | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Heavenly CA/NV | Sierra | 72 | 368" | Unlimited |
| 2 | Whistler Blackcomb BC | Western Canada | 72 | 424" | 10 days |
| 3 | Vail CO | Colorado | 71 | 355" | 10 days |
| 4 | Breckenridge CO | Colorado | 71 | 360" | Unlimited |
| 5 | Beaver Creek CO | Colorado | 69 | 328" | 10 days |
| 6 | Northstar CA | Sierra | 69 | 361" | Unlimited |
| 7 | Kirkwood CA | Sierra | 69 | 360" | Unlimited |
| 8 | Stevens Pass WA | PNW | 67 | 414" | Unlimited |
Showing the 8 best-forecast mountains of 24 on the Epic Local. See the full global rankings.
Epic Local 2026-27: straight answers
- Is the Epic Local worth it for the 2026-27 season?
- The Epic Local ($829) covers 24 ski resorts across 3 countries for the 2026-27 season. PassCast's average skiability rating across its mountains is currently 53/100, and it breaks even in about 3 days at its flagship resorts (flagship peak-day ticket $292). This season's best-forecast mountains on the pass are Heavenly (72), Whistler Blackcomb (72), Vail (71). Whether it pays off for you depends on how many days you'll ski — at $292 a peak-window day ticket, you break even around day 3. Use the Pass Finder to run your exact plan through 10,000 simulated seasons.
- How many resorts are on the Epic Local for 2026-27?
- PassCast tracks 24 Epic Local resorts across 3 countries with daily snow forecasts. Unlimited with holiday restrictions at most core resorts; 10 combined holiday-restricted days at Vail, Beaver Creek, and Whistler Blackcomb.
- How much does the Epic Local cost for 2026-27?
- Epic Local is $829 as of July 2026 (rose from $809 launch on May 25, 2026). Same schedule as full Epic: next increase expected early September 2026; sales end around early December.
- Which Epic Local resorts will have the best snow in 2026-27?
- As of today's simulation, the top-forecast Epic Local mountains are Heavenly (skiability 72), Whistler Blackcomb (skiability 72), Vail (skiability 71), Breckenridge (skiability 71), Beaver Creek (skiability 69). Rankings update daily as ENSO, seasonal outlooks, and live observations change.
Prices verified July 2026 (rose from $809 launch on May 25, 2026). Not affiliated with Epic Local. Forecasts are probabilistic and updated daily — see methodology.