Big Sky vs Jackson Hole
Comparing Big Sky (MT) and Jackson Hole (WY) on price, terrain, snowfall, and lift wait. Numbers from the 2026 season.
Big Sky
Big Sky, MT
Ikon pass
Window price$222
Online (advance)$98
Season pass$1,329
Jackson Hole
Teton Village, WY
Ikon pass
Window price$225
Online (advance)$175
Season pass$1,329
Side-by-side
| Stat | Big Sky | Jackson Hole | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $222 | $225 | Big Sky |
| Online (30+ days) | $98 | $175 | Big Sky |
| Season pass | $1,329 | $1,329 | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 400" | 459" | Jackson Hole |
| Skiable acres | 5,850 | 2,500 | Big Sky |
| Vertical drop | 4,366' | 4,139' | Big Sky |
| Runs | 317 | 131 | Big Sky |
| Lifts | 28 | 13 | Big Sky |
| Summit elevation | 11,166' | 10,450' | Big Sky |
| Beginner terrain | 15% | 10% | Big Sky |
| Advanced terrain | 60% | 50% | Big Sky |
| Average lift wait | 10 min | 12 min | Big Sky |
The Match
Big Sky is cheaper at the gate ($98 vs $175 entry). Big Sky is significantly bigger (5,850 vs 2,500 acres). Both are on the Ikon pass — same pass, same wallet.