Deer Valley vs Northstar
Comparing Deer Valley (UT) and Northstar (CA) on price, terrain, snowfall, and lift wait. Numbers from the 2026 season.
Deer Valley
Park City, UT
Independent pass
Window price$329
Online (advance)$199
Season pass$1,099
Northstar
Truckee, CA
Epic pass
Window price$199
Online (advance)$127
Season pass$1,051
Side-by-side
| Stat | Deer Valley | Northstar | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $329 | $199 | Northstar |
| Online (30+ days) | $199 | $127 | Northstar |
| Season pass | $1,099 | $1,051 | Northstar |
| Annual snowfall | 300" | 350" | Northstar |
| Skiable acres | 4,300 | 3,170 | Deer Valley |
| Vertical drop | 3,040' | 2,280' | Deer Valley |
| Runs | 202 | 100 | Deer Valley |
| Lifts | 31 | 20 | Deer Valley |
| Summit elevation | 9,590' | 8,610' | Deer Valley |
| Beginner terrain | 27% | 13% | Deer Valley |
| Advanced terrain | 32% | 27% | Deer Valley |
| Average lift wait | 8 min | 12 min | Deer Valley |
The Match
Northstar is cheaper at the gate ($127 vs $199 entry). Deer Valley is significantly bigger (4,300 vs 3,170 acres). Northstar sees more snow (350" vs 300"). Pass affiliation: Deer Valley is Independent, Northstar is Epic.