Alta vs Brian Head
Comparing Alta (UT) and Brian Head (UT) 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—
Brian Head
Brian Head, UT
Independent pass
Window price$50
Online (advance)$14
Season pass—
Side-by-side
| Stat | Alta | Brian Head | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $125 | $50 | Brian Head |
| Online (30+ days) | $89 | $14 | Brian Head |
| Season pass | — | — | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 547" | 360" | Alta |
| Skiable acres | 2,614 | 650 | Alta |
| Vertical drop | 2,538' | 1,320' | Alta |
| Runs | 118 | 71 | Alta |
| Lifts | 8 | 8 | Tied |
| Summit elevation | 11,068' | 10,920' | Alta |
| Beginner terrain | 25% | 40% | Brian Head |
| Advanced terrain | 35% | 20% | Alta |
| Average lift wait | 8 min | 5 min | Brian Head |
The Match
Brian Head is cheaper at the gate ($14 vs $89 entry). Alta is significantly bigger (2,614 vs 650 acres). Alta sees more snow (547" vs 360"). Pass affiliation: Alta is Mountain Collective, Brian Head is Independent.