Bretton Woods vs Lake Louise
Comparing Bretton Woods (NH) and Lake Louise (AB) on price, terrain, snowfall, and lift wait. Numbers from the 2026 season.
Bretton Woods
Bretton Woods, NH
Mountain Collective pass
Window price$149
Online (advance)$89
Season pass—
Lake Louise
Lake Louise, AB
Mountain Collective pass
Window price$160
Online (advance)$145
Season pass—
Side-by-side
| Stat | Bretton Woods | Lake Louise | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $149 | $160 | Bretton Woods |
| Online (30+ days) | $89 | $145 | Bretton Woods |
| Season pass | — | — | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 250" | 360" | Lake Louise |
| Skiable acres | 464 | 4,200 | Lake Louise |
| Vertical drop | 2,380' | 3,251' | Lake Louise |
| Runs | 94 | 170 | Lake Louise |
| Lifts | 8 | 13 | Lake Louise |
| Summit elevation | 3,625' | 8,645' | Lake Louise |
| Beginner terrain | 30% | 25% | Bretton Woods |
| Advanced terrain | 30% | 30% | Tied |
| Average lift wait | 6 min | — | Bretton Woods |
The Match
Bretton Woods is cheaper at the gate ($89 vs $145 entry). Lake Louise is significantly bigger (4,200 vs 464 acres). Lake Louise sees more snow (360" vs 250"). Both are on the Mountain Collective pass — same pass, same wallet.