Grand Targhee vs Taos Ski Valley
Comparing Grand Targhee (WY) and Taos Ski Valley (NM) 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—
Taos Ski Valley
Taos, NM
Mountain Collective pass
Window price$115
Online (advance)$80
Season pass—
Side-by-side
| Stat | Grand Targhee | Taos Ski Valley | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $165 | $115 | Taos Ski Valley |
| Online (30+ days) | $103 | $80 | Taos Ski Valley |
| Season pass | — | — | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 500" | 177" | Grand Targhee |
| Skiable acres | 2,602 | 1,294 | Grand Targhee |
| Vertical drop | 2,270' | 3,131' | Taos Ski Valley |
| Runs | 74 | 119 | Taos Ski Valley |
| Lifts | 6 | 13 | Taos Ski Valley |
| Summit elevation | 10,725' | 12,481' | Taos Ski Valley |
| Beginner terrain | 10% | 13% | Taos Ski Valley |
| Advanced terrain | 20% | 33% | Taos Ski Valley |
| Average lift wait | 4 min | 5 min | Grand Targhee |
The Match
Taos Ski Valley is cheaper at the gate ($80 vs $103 entry). Grand Targhee is significantly bigger (2,602 vs 1,294 acres). Grand Targhee sees more snow (500" vs 177"). Both are on the Mountain Collective pass — same pass, same wallet.