Grand Targhee vs Sun Valley
Comparing Grand Targhee (WY) and Sun Valley (ID) 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 Valley
Sun Valley, ID
Mountain Collective pass
Window price$149
Online (advance)$89
Season pass—
Side-by-side
| Stat | Grand Targhee | Sun Valley | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $165 | $149 | Sun Valley |
| Online (30+ days) | $103 | $89 | Sun Valley |
| Season pass | — | — | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 500" | 220" | Grand Targhee |
| Skiable acres | 2,602 | 2,457 | Grand Targhee |
| Vertical drop | 2,270' | 3,400' | Sun Valley |
| Runs | 74 | 124 | Sun Valley |
| Lifts | 6 | 17 | Sun Valley |
| Summit elevation | 10,725' | 9,150' | Grand Targhee |
| Beginner terrain | 10% | 36% | Sun Valley |
| Advanced terrain | 20% | 22% | Sun Valley |
| Average lift wait | 4 min | 6 min | Grand Targhee |
The Match
Sun Valley is cheaper at the gate ($89 vs $103 entry). Grand Targhee sees more snow (500" vs 220"). Both are on the Mountain Collective pass — same pass, same wallet.