Grand Targhee vs Sun Peaks
Comparing Grand Targhee (WY) and Sun Peaks (BC) 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—
Sun Peaks
Sun Peaks, BC
Mountain Collective pass
Window price$139
Online (advance)$119
Season pass—
Side-by-side
| Stat | Grand Targhee | Sun Peaks | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $165 | $139 | Sun Peaks |
| Online (30+ days) | $103 | $119 | Grand Targhee |
| Season pass | — | — | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 500" | 300" | Grand Targhee |
| Skiable acres | 2,602 | 4,400 | Sun Peaks |
| Vertical drop | 2,270' | 2,952' | Sun Peaks |
| Runs | 74 | 144 | Sun Peaks |
| Lifts | 6 | 13 | Sun Peaks |
| Summit elevation | 10,725' | 7,001' | Grand Targhee |
| Beginner terrain | 10% | 10% | Tied |
| Advanced terrain | 20% | 32% | Sun Peaks |
| Average lift wait | 4 min | 5 min | Grand Targhee |
The Match
Grand Targhee is cheaper at the gate ($103 vs $119 entry). Sun Peaks is significantly bigger (4,400 vs 2,602 acres). Grand Targhee sees more snow (500" vs 300"). Both are on the Mountain Collective pass — same pass, same wallet.