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Epic Pass

Epic Pass
✓ Last verified: May 8, 2026
Epic Pass offers a military discount to active and retired military personnel, including their dependents, making winter sports more accessible. How the Discount Works Epic Pass provides a season pass program for top skiing and snowboarding resorts worldwide, including Vail, Beaver Creek, Whistler Blackcomb, Breckenridge, and Park City. The military discount allows eligible members to save on various Epic Pass options. To access the discount, follow these steps:
  • Verify eligibility through ID.me, a secure digital identity platform.
  • Purchase the discounted pass directly from the Epic Pass website after verification.
    • Who Qualifies Eligibility for the Military Epic Pass includes:
  • Active Duty military personnel
  • National Guard and Reserve members
  • Retired military personnel and veterans
  • Dependents of eligible military members
    • How to Claim & Verify To claim the military discount, military personnel must:
  • Visit the official Epic Pass website.
  • Verify military status through ID.me.
  • Complete the purchase of the Military Epic Pass.
    • Pro Tips Keep in mind the following when using the Military Epic Pass:
  • The pass provides access to the same resorts as the regular Epic Pass with no blackout dates.
  • Some benefits, like Buddy Tickets and Ski With a Friend discounts, may not be included.
  • The pass is valid for a single ski season and must be purchased anew each season.
  • The Military Epic Pass is non-transferable and issued individually to the qualifying military member or dependent.
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    How to Verify Your Military Status & Redeem the Epic Pass Military Discount

    Most retailers verify your military status through one of three trusted services. The exact method depends on the brand:

    1. ID.me – Used by most major US brands. Create a free account at id.me, upload your military ID or service documents once, and get a discount code.
    2. SheerID – Common for outdoor, fitness, and lifestyle brands. Verification is instant against DoD records in most cases.
    3. In-store ID check – Show your CAC, VA card, retiree ID, or DD-214 at checkout. Available for active duty, Guard/Reserve, retirees, veterans, and qualifying dependents (varies by retailer).

    Who qualifies for the Epic Pass military discount?

    Eligibility typically extends to: active duty (all branches), National Guard, Reserves, retirees, military veterans, and immediate family members (spouses and children) where the retailer permits. Always check the brand's current policy at checkout — terms can change.

    Pro tips before you check out

    • Verification accounts (ID.me, SheerID) work across hundreds of brands — set one up once and reuse it.
    • Some brands stack military discount with seasonal sales; others do not. Test before you commit.
    • Keep your service documents handy: a photo of your ID on your phone speeds in-store verification.

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