Attitash vs Vail
Comparing Attitash (NH) and Vail (CO) on price, terrain, snowfall, and lift wait. Numbers from the 2026 season.
Attitash
Bartlett, NH
Epic pass
Window price$139
Online (advance)$89
Season pass$1,051
Vail
Vail, CO
Epic pass
Window price$356
Online (advance)$199
Season pass$1,051
Side-by-side
| Stat | Attitash | Vail | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $139 | $356 | Attitash |
| Online (30+ days) | $89 | $199 | Attitash |
| Season pass | $1,051 | $1,051 | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 200" | 247" | Vail |
| Skiable acres | 311 | 5,317 | Vail |
| Vertical drop | 1,750' | 3,450' | Vail |
| Runs | 68 | 277 | Vail |
| Lifts | 10 | 33 | Vail |
| Summit elevation | 2,250' | 11,370' | Vail |
| Beginner terrain | 20% | 18% | Attitash |
| Advanced terrain | 33% | 53% | Vail |
| Average lift wait | 7 min | 18 min | Attitash |
The Match
Attitash is cheaper at the gate ($89 vs $199 entry). Vail is significantly bigger (5,317 vs 311 acres). Vail sees more snow (247" vs 200"). Both are on the Epic pass — same pass, same wallet.