Bretton Woods vs Taos Ski Valley
Comparing Bretton Woods (NH) and Taos Ski Valley (NM) 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—
Taos Ski Valley
Taos, NM
Mountain Collective pass
Window price$115
Online (advance)$80
Season pass—
Side-by-side
| Stat | Bretton Woods | Taos Ski Valley | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $149 | $115 | Taos Ski Valley |
| Online (30+ days) | $89 | $80 | Taos Ski Valley |
| Season pass | — | — | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 250" | 177" | Bretton Woods |
| Skiable acres | 464 | 1,294 | Taos Ski Valley |
| Vertical drop | 2,380' | 3,131' | Taos Ski Valley |
| Runs | 94 | 119 | Taos Ski Valley |
| Lifts | 8 | 13 | Taos Ski Valley |
| Summit elevation | 3,625' | 12,481' | Taos Ski Valley |
| Beginner terrain | 30% | 13% | Bretton Woods |
| Advanced terrain | 30% | 33% | Taos Ski Valley |
| Average lift wait | 6 min | 5 min | Taos Ski Valley |
The Match
Taos Ski Valley is cheaper at the gate ($80 vs $89 entry). Taos Ski Valley is significantly bigger (1,294 vs 464 acres). Bretton Woods sees more snow (250" vs 177"). Both are on the Mountain Collective pass — same pass, same wallet.