Aspen Snowmass vs Bretton Woods
Comparing Aspen Snowmass (CO) and Bretton Woods (NH) on price, terrain, snowfall, and lift wait. Numbers from the 2026 season.
Aspen Snowmass
Aspen, CO
Mountain Collective pass
Window price$279
Online (advance)$169
Season pass—
Bretton Woods
Bretton Woods, NH
Mountain Collective pass
Window price$149
Online (advance)$89
Season pass—
Side-by-side
| Stat | Aspen Snowmass | Bretton Woods | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $279 | $149 | Bretton Woods |
| Online (30+ days) | $169 | $89 | Bretton Woods |
| Season pass | — | — | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 300" | 250" | Aspen Snowmass |
| Skiable acres | 5,700 | 464 | Aspen Snowmass |
| Vertical drop | 4,406' | 2,380' | Aspen Snowmass |
| Runs | 366 | 94 | Aspen Snowmass |
| Lifts | 41 | 8 | Aspen Snowmass |
| Summit elevation | 12,606' | 3,625' | Aspen Snowmass |
| Beginner terrain | 6% | 30% | Bretton Woods |
| Advanced terrain | 47% | 30% | Aspen Snowmass |
| Average lift wait | 10 min | 6 min | Bretton Woods |
The Match
Bretton Woods is cheaper at the gate ($89 vs $169 entry). Aspen Snowmass is significantly bigger (5,700 vs 464 acres). Aspen Snowmass sees more snow (300" vs 250"). Both are on the Mountain Collective pass — same pass, same wallet.