Brighton vs Deer Valley
Comparing Brighton (UT) and Deer Valley (UT) on price, terrain, snowfall, and lift wait. Numbers from the 2026 season.
Brighton
Brighton, UT
Independent pass
Window price$159
Online (advance)$109
Season pass$549
Deer Valley
Park City, UT
Independent pass
Window price$329
Online (advance)$199
Season pass$1,099
Side-by-side
| Stat | Brighton | Deer Valley | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $159 | $329 | Brighton |
| Online (30+ days) | $109 | $199 | Brighton |
| Season pass | $549 | $1,099 | Brighton |
| Annual snowfall | 300" | 300" | Tied |
| Skiable acres | 1,050 | 4,300 | Deer Valley |
| Vertical drop | 1,745' | 3,040' | Deer Valley |
| Runs | 64 | 202 | Deer Valley |
| Lifts | 8 | 31 | Deer Valley |
| Summit elevation | 10,500' | 9,590' | Brighton |
| Beginner terrain | 21% | 27% | Deer Valley |
| Advanced terrain | 39% | 32% | Brighton |
| Average lift wait | 10 min | 8 min | Deer Valley |
The Match
Brighton is cheaper at the gate ($109 vs $199 entry). Deer Valley is significantly bigger (4,300 vs 1,050 acres). Both are on the Independent pass — same pass, same wallet.