Alta vs Snowbasin
Comparing Alta (UT) and Snowbasin (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—
Snowbasin
Huntsville, UT
Ikon + MC pass
Window price$229
Online (advance)$179
Season pass$1,329
Side-by-side
| Stat | Alta | Snowbasin | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $125 | $229 | Alta |
| Online (30+ days) | $89 | $179 | Alta |
| Season pass | — | $1,329 | Snowbasin |
| Annual snowfall | 547" | 350" | Alta |
| Skiable acres | 2,614 | 3,000 | Snowbasin |
| Vertical drop | 2,538' | 2,960' | Snowbasin |
| Runs | 118 | 115 | Alta |
| Lifts | 8 | 12 | Snowbasin |
| Summit elevation | 11,068' | 9,200' | Alta |
| Beginner terrain | 25% | 20% | Alta |
| Advanced terrain | 35% | 30% | Alta |
| Average lift wait | 8 min | 5 min | Snowbasin |
The Match
Alta is cheaper at the gate ($89 vs $179 entry). Alta sees more snow (547" vs 350"). Pass affiliation: Alta is Mountain Collective, Snowbasin is Ikon + MC.