Alta vs Lake Louise
Comparing Alta (UT) and Lake Louise (AB) 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—
Lake Louise
Lake Louise, AB
Mountain Collective pass
Window price$160
Online (advance)$145
Season pass—
Side-by-side
| Stat | Alta | Lake Louise | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $125 | $160 | Alta |
| Online (30+ days) | $89 | $145 | Alta |
| Season pass | — | — | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 547" | 360" | Alta |
| Skiable acres | 2,614 | 4,200 | Lake Louise |
| Vertical drop | 2,538' | 3,251' | Lake Louise |
| Runs | 118 | 170 | Lake Louise |
| Lifts | 8 | 13 | Lake Louise |
| Summit elevation | 11,068' | 8,645' | Alta |
| Beginner terrain | 25% | 25% | Tied |
| Advanced terrain | 35% | 30% | Alta |
| Average lift wait | 8 min | — | Alta |
The Match
Alta is cheaper at the gate ($89 vs $145 entry). Lake Louise is significantly bigger (4,200 vs 2,614 acres). Alta sees more snow (547" vs 360"). Both are on the Mountain Collective pass — same pass, same wallet.