Brian Head vs Snowbasin
Comparing Brian Head (UT) and Snowbasin (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—
Snowbasin
Huntsville, UT
Ikon + MC pass
Window price$229
Online (advance)$179
Season pass$1,329
Side-by-side
| Stat | Brian Head | Snowbasin | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $50 | $229 | Brian Head |
| Online (30+ days) | $14 | $179 | Brian Head |
| Season pass | — | $1,329 | Snowbasin |
| Annual snowfall | 360" | 350" | Brian Head |
| Skiable acres | 650 | 3,000 | Snowbasin |
| Vertical drop | 1,320' | 2,960' | Snowbasin |
| Runs | 71 | 115 | Snowbasin |
| Lifts | 8 | 12 | Snowbasin |
| Summit elevation | 10,920' | 9,200' | Brian Head |
| Beginner terrain | 40% | 20% | Brian Head |
| Advanced terrain | 20% | 30% | Snowbasin |
| Average lift wait | 5 min | 5 min | Tied |
The Match
Brian Head is cheaper at the gate ($14 vs $179 entry). Snowbasin is significantly bigger (3,000 vs 650 acres). Pass affiliation: Brian Head is Independent, Snowbasin is Ikon + MC.