Alta vs Aspen Snowmass
Comparing Alta (UT) and Aspen Snowmass (CO) on price, terrain, snowfall, and lift wait. Numbers from the 2026 season.
Alta
Alta, UT
Mountain Collective pass
Window price$125
Online (advance)$89
Season pass—
Aspen Snowmass
Aspen, CO
Mountain Collective pass
Window price$279
Online (advance)$169
Season pass—
Side-by-side
| Stat | Alta | Aspen Snowmass | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $125 | $279 | Alta |
| Online (30+ days) | $89 | $169 | Alta |
| Season pass | — | — | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 547" | 300" | Alta |
| Skiable acres | 2,614 | 5,700 | Aspen Snowmass |
| Vertical drop | 2,538' | 4,406' | Aspen Snowmass |
| Runs | 118 | 366 | Aspen Snowmass |
| Lifts | 8 | 41 | Aspen Snowmass |
| Summit elevation | 11,068' | 12,606' | Aspen Snowmass |
| Beginner terrain | 25% | 6% | Alta |
| Advanced terrain | 35% | 47% | Aspen Snowmass |
| Average lift wait | 8 min | 10 min | Alta |
The Match
Alta is cheaper at the gate ($89 vs $169 entry). Aspen Snowmass is significantly bigger (5,700 vs 2,614 acres). Alta sees more snow (547" vs 300"). Both are on the Mountain Collective pass — same pass, same wallet.