Deer Valley vs Vail
Comparing Deer Valley (UT) and Vail (CO) 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
Vail
Vail, CO
Epic pass
Window price$356
Online (advance)$199
Season pass$1,051
Side-by-side
| Stat | Deer Valley | Vail | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $329 | $356 | Deer Valley |
| Online (30+ days) | $199 | $199 | Tied |
| Season pass | $1,099 | $1,051 | Vail |
| Annual snowfall | 300" | 247" | Deer Valley |
| Skiable acres | 4,300 | 5,317 | Vail |
| Vertical drop | 3,040' | 3,450' | Vail |
| Runs | 202 | 277 | Vail |
| Lifts | 31 | 33 | Vail |
| Summit elevation | 9,590' | 11,370' | Vail |
| Beginner terrain | 27% | 18% | Deer Valley |
| Advanced terrain | 32% | 53% | Vail |
| Average lift wait | 8 min | 18 min | Deer Valley |
The Match
Vail is significantly bigger (5,317 vs 4,300 acres). Deer Valley sees more snow (300" vs 247"). Pass affiliation: Deer Valley is Independent, Vail is Epic.