Alta vs Brighton
Comparing Alta (UT) and Brighton (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—
Brighton
Brighton, UT
Independent pass
Window price$159
Online (advance)$109
Season pass$549
Side-by-side
| Stat | Alta | Brighton | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $125 | $159 | Alta |
| Online (30+ days) | $89 | $109 | Alta |
| Season pass | — | $549 | Brighton |
| Annual snowfall | 547" | 300" | Alta |
| Skiable acres | 2,614 | 1,050 | Alta |
| Vertical drop | 2,538' | 1,745' | Alta |
| Runs | 118 | 64 | Alta |
| Lifts | 8 | 8 | Tied |
| Summit elevation | 11,068' | 10,500' | Alta |
| Beginner terrain | 25% | 21% | Alta |
| Advanced terrain | 35% | 39% | Brighton |
| Average lift wait | 8 min | 10 min | Alta |
The Match
Alta is cheaper at the gate ($89 vs $109 entry). Alta is significantly bigger (2,614 vs 1,050 acres). Alta sees more snow (547" vs 300"). Pass affiliation: Alta is Mountain Collective, Brighton is Independent.