Deer Valley vs Snowbird
Comparing Deer Valley (UT) and Snowbird (UT) 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
Snowbird
Snowbird, UT
Independent pass
Window price$229
Online (advance)$149
Season pass$1,199
Side-by-side
| Stat | Deer Valley | Snowbird | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $329 | $229 | Snowbird |
| Online (30+ days) | $199 | $149 | Snowbird |
| Season pass | $1,099 | $1,199 | Deer Valley |
| Annual snowfall | 300" | 500" | Snowbird |
| Skiable acres | 4,300 | 2,500 | Deer Valley |
| Vertical drop | 3,040' | 3,240' | Snowbird |
| Runs | 202 | 140 | Deer Valley |
| Lifts | 31 | 10 | Deer Valley |
| Summit elevation | 9,590' | 11,300' | Snowbird |
| Beginner terrain | 27% | 27% | Tied |
| Advanced terrain | 32% | 35% | Snowbird |
| Average lift wait | 8 min | 12 min | Deer Valley |
The Match
Snowbird is cheaper at the gate ($149 vs $199 entry). Deer Valley is significantly bigger (4,300 vs 2,500 acres). Snowbird sees more snow (500" vs 300"). Both are on the Independent pass — same pass, same wallet.