Copper Mountain vs Deer Valley
Comparing Copper Mountain (CO) and Deer Valley (UT) on price, terrain, snowfall, and lift wait. Numbers from the 2026 season.
Copper Mountain
Copper Mountain, CO
Ikon pass
Window price$274
Online (advance)$180
Season pass$1,329
Deer Valley
Park City, UT
Independent pass
Window price$329
Online (advance)$199
Season pass$1,099
Side-by-side
| Stat | Copper Mountain | Deer Valley | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $274 | $329 | Copper Mountain |
| Online (30+ days) | $180 | $199 | Copper Mountain |
| Season pass | $1,329 | $1,099 | Deer Valley |
| Annual snowfall | 251" | 300" | Deer Valley |
| Skiable acres | 2,507 | 4,300 | Deer Valley |
| Vertical drop | 2,738' | 3,040' | Deer Valley |
| Runs | 150 | 202 | Deer Valley |
| Lifts | 24 | 31 | Deer Valley |
| Summit elevation | 12,472' | 9,590' | Copper Mountain |
| Beginner terrain | 21% | 27% | Deer Valley |
| Advanced terrain | 54% | 32% | Copper Mountain |
| Average lift wait | 12 min | 8 min | Deer Valley |
The Match
Copper Mountain is cheaper at the gate ($180 vs $199 entry). Deer Valley is significantly bigger (4,300 vs 2,507 acres). Deer Valley sees more snow (300" vs 251"). Pass affiliation: Copper Mountain is Ikon, Deer Valley is Independent.