Hunter Mountain vs Solitude
Comparing Hunter Mountain (NY) and Solitude (UT) on price, terrain, snowfall, and lift wait. Numbers from the 2026 season.
Hunter Mountain
Hunter, NY
Epic pass
Window price$139
Online (advance)$89
Season pass$1,051
Solitude
Solitude, UT
Epic pass
Window price$199
Online (advance)$139
Season pass—
Side-by-side
| Stat | Hunter Mountain | Solitude | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $139 | $199 | Hunter Mountain |
| Online (30+ days) | $89 | $139 | Hunter Mountain |
| Season pass | $1,051 | — | Hunter Mountain |
| Annual snowfall | 85" | 500" | Solitude |
| Skiable acres | 247 | 1,200 | Solitude |
| Vertical drop | 1,600' | 2,494' | Solitude |
| Runs | 76 | 82 | Solitude |
| Lifts | 13 | 8 | Hunter Mountain |
| Summit elevation | 4,040' | 10,488' | Solitude |
| Beginner terrain | 25% | 20% | Hunter Mountain |
| Advanced terrain | 45% | 30% | Hunter Mountain |
| Average lift wait | 15 min | 6 min | Solitude |
The Match
Hunter Mountain is cheaper at the gate ($89 vs $139 entry). Solitude is significantly bigger (1,200 vs 247 acres). Solitude sees more snow (500" vs 85"). Both are on the Epic pass — same pass, same wallet.