Aspen Snowmass vs Taos Ski Valley
Comparing Aspen Snowmass (CO) and Taos Ski Valley (NM) 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—
Taos Ski Valley
Taos, NM
Mountain Collective pass
Window price$115
Online (advance)$80
Season pass—
Side-by-side
| Stat | Aspen Snowmass | Taos Ski Valley | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $279 | $115 | Taos Ski Valley |
| Online (30+ days) | $169 | $80 | Taos Ski Valley |
| Season pass | — | — | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 300" | 177" | Aspen Snowmass |
| Skiable acres | 5,700 | 1,294 | Aspen Snowmass |
| Vertical drop | 4,406' | 3,131' | Aspen Snowmass |
| Runs | 366 | 119 | Aspen Snowmass |
| Lifts | 41 | 13 | Aspen Snowmass |
| Summit elevation | 12,606' | 12,481' | Aspen Snowmass |
| Beginner terrain | 6% | 13% | Taos Ski Valley |
| Advanced terrain | 47% | 33% | Aspen Snowmass |
| Average lift wait | 10 min | 5 min | Taos Ski Valley |
The Match
Taos Ski Valley is cheaper at the gate ($80 vs $169 entry). Aspen Snowmass is significantly bigger (5,700 vs 1,294 acres). Aspen Snowmass sees more snow (300" vs 177"). Both are on the Mountain Collective pass — same pass, same wallet.