Brian Head vs Brighton
Comparing Brian Head (UT) and Brighton (UT) on price, terrain, snowfall, and lift wait. Numbers from the 2026 season.
Brian Head
Brian Head, UT
Independent pass
Window price$50
Online (advance)$14
Season pass—
Brighton
Brighton, UT
Independent pass
Window price$159
Online (advance)$109
Season pass$549
Side-by-side
| Stat | Brian Head | Brighton | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $50 | $159 | Brian Head |
| Online (30+ days) | $14 | $109 | Brian Head |
| Season pass | — | $549 | Brighton |
| Annual snowfall | 360" | 300" | Brian Head |
| Skiable acres | 650 | 1,050 | Brighton |
| Vertical drop | 1,320' | 1,745' | Brighton |
| Runs | 71 | 64 | Brian Head |
| Lifts | 8 | 8 | Tied |
| Summit elevation | 10,920' | 10,500' | Brian Head |
| Beginner terrain | 40% | 21% | Brian Head |
| Advanced terrain | 20% | 39% | Brighton |
| Average lift wait | 5 min | 10 min | Brian Head |
The Match
Brian Head is cheaper at the gate ($14 vs $109 entry). Brighton is significantly bigger (1,050 vs 650 acres). Brian Head sees more snow (360" vs 300"). Both are on the Independent pass — same pass, same wallet.