Alta vs Sugarloaf
Comparing Alta (UT) and Sugarloaf (ME) 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—
Sugarloaf
Carrabassett Valley, ME
Mountain Collective pass
Window price$149
Online (advance)$79
Season pass—
Side-by-side
| Stat | Alta | Sugarloaf | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $125 | $149 | Alta |
| Online (30+ days) | $89 | $79 | Sugarloaf |
| Season pass | — | — | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 547" | 240" | Alta |
| Skiable acres | 2,614 | 1,293 | Alta |
| Vertical drop | 2,538' | 2,820' | Sugarloaf |
| Runs | 118 | 162 | Sugarloaf |
| Lifts | 8 | 16 | Sugarloaf |
| Summit elevation | 11,068' | 4,237' | Alta |
| Beginner terrain | 25% | 20% | Alta |
| Advanced terrain | 35% | 48% | Sugarloaf |
| Average lift wait | 8 min | 7 min | Sugarloaf |
The Match
Sugarloaf is cheaper at the gate ($79 vs $89 entry). Alta is significantly bigger (2,614 vs 1,293 acres). Alta sees more snow (547" vs 240"). Both are on the Mountain Collective pass — same pass, same wallet.