Jackson Hole vs Mammoth Mountain
Comparing Jackson Hole (WY) and Mammoth Mountain (CA) on price, terrain, snowfall, and lift wait. Numbers from the 2026 season.
Jackson Hole
Teton Village, WY
Ikon pass
Window price$225
Online (advance)$175
Season pass$1,329
Mammoth Mountain
Mammoth Lakes, CA
Ikon pass
Window price$219
Online (advance)$77
Season pass$1,329
Side-by-side
| Stat | Jackson Hole | Mammoth Mountain | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $225 | $219 | Mammoth Mountain |
| Online (30+ days) | $175 | $77 | Mammoth Mountain |
| Season pass | $1,329 | $1,329 | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 459" | 400" | Jackson Hole |
| Skiable acres | 2,500 | 3,500 | Mammoth Mountain |
| Vertical drop | 4,139' | 3,100' | Jackson Hole |
| Runs | 131 | 178 | Mammoth Mountain |
| Lifts | 13 | 24 | Mammoth Mountain |
| Summit elevation | 10,450' | 11,053' | Mammoth Mountain |
| Beginner terrain | 10% | 25% | Mammoth Mountain |
| Advanced terrain | 50% | 35% | Jackson Hole |
| Average lift wait | 12 min | 15 min | Jackson Hole |
The Match
Mammoth Mountain is cheaper at the gate ($77 vs $175 entry). Mammoth Mountain is significantly bigger (3,500 vs 2,500 acres). Both are on the Ikon pass — same pass, same wallet.