Alta vs Powder Mountain
Comparing Alta (UT) and Powder Mountain (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—
Powder Mountain
Eden, UT
Independent pass
Window price$219
Online (advance)$109
Season pass—
Side-by-side
| Stat | Alta | Powder Mountain | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $125 | $219 | Alta |
| Online (30+ days) | $89 | $109 | Alta |
| Season pass | — | — | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 547" | 400" | Alta |
| Skiable acres | 2,614 | 8,000 | Powder Mountain |
| Vertical drop | 2,538' | 2,200' | Alta |
| Runs | 118 | — | Alta |
| Lifts | 8 | 2 | Alta |
| Summit elevation | 11,068' | 9,400' | Alta |
| Beginner terrain | 25% | — | Alta |
| Advanced terrain | 35% | — | Alta |
| Average lift wait | 8 min | — | Alta |
The Match
Alta is cheaper at the gate ($89 vs $109 entry). Powder Mountain is significantly bigger (8,000 vs 2,614 acres). Alta sees more snow (547" vs 400"). Pass affiliation: Alta is Mountain Collective, Powder Mountain is Independent.