Grand Targhee vs Sunday River
Comparing Grand Targhee (WY) and Sunday River (ME) 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—
Sunday River
Newry, ME
Mountain Collective pass
Window price$159
Online (advance)$89
Season pass—
Side-by-side
| Stat | Grand Targhee | Sunday River | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $165 | $159 | Sunday River |
| Online (30+ days) | $103 | $89 | Sunday River |
| Season pass | — | — | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 500" | 200" | Grand Targhee |
| Skiable acres | 2,602 | 870 | Grand Targhee |
| Vertical drop | 2,270' | 2,340' | Sunday River |
| Runs | 74 | 156 | Sunday River |
| Lifts | 6 | 19 | Sunday River |
| Summit elevation | 10,725' | 3,140' | Grand Targhee |
| Beginner terrain | 10% | 30% | Sunday River |
| Advanced terrain | 20% | 34% | Sunday River |
| Average lift wait | 4 min | 10 min | Grand Targhee |
The Match
Sunday River is cheaper at the gate ($89 vs $103 entry). Grand Targhee is significantly bigger (2,602 vs 870 acres). Grand Targhee sees more snow (500" vs 200"). Both are on the Mountain Collective pass — same pass, same wallet.