Grand Targhee vs Marmot Basin
Comparing Grand Targhee (WY) and Marmot Basin (AB) on price, terrain, snowfall, and lift wait. Numbers from the 2026 season.
Grand Targhee
Alta, WY
Mountain Collective pass
Window price$165
Online (advance)$103
Season pass—
Marmot Basin
Jasper, AB
Mountain Collective pass
Window price$149
Online (advance)$125
Season pass—
Side-by-side
| Stat | Grand Targhee | Marmot Basin | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $165 | $149 | Marmot Basin |
| Online (30+ days) | $103 | $125 | Grand Targhee |
| Season pass | — | — | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 500" | 300" | Grand Targhee |
| Skiable acres | 2,602 | 1,720 | Grand Targhee |
| Vertical drop | 2,270' | 2,945' | Marmot Basin |
| Runs | 74 | 91 | Marmot Basin |
| Lifts | 6 | 9 | Marmot Basin |
| Summit elevation | 10,725' | 8,172' | Grand Targhee |
| Beginner terrain | 10% | 30% | Marmot Basin |
| Advanced terrain | 20% | 35% | Marmot Basin |
| Average lift wait | 4 min | — | Grand Targhee |
The Match
Grand Targhee is cheaper at the gate ($103 vs $125 entry). Grand Targhee is significantly bigger (2,602 vs 1,720 acres). Grand Targhee sees more snow (500" vs 300"). Both are on the Mountain Collective pass — same pass, same wallet.