Northstar vs Park City Mountain
Comparing Northstar (CA) and Park City Mountain (UT) on price, terrain, snowfall, and lift wait. Numbers from the 2026 season.
Northstar
Truckee, CA
Epic pass
Window price$199
Online (advance)$127
Season pass$1,051
Park City Mountain
Park City, UT
Epic pass
Window price$354
Online (advance)$149
Season pass$1,051
Side-by-side
| Stat | Northstar | Park City Mountain | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $199 | $354 | Northstar |
| Online (30+ days) | $127 | $149 | Northstar |
| Season pass | $1,051 | $1,051 | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 350" | 355" | Park City Mountain |
| Skiable acres | 3,170 | 7,300 | Park City Mountain |
| Vertical drop | 2,280' | 3,226' | Park City Mountain |
| Runs | 100 | 330 | Park City Mountain |
| Lifts | 20 | 41 | Park City Mountain |
| Summit elevation | 8,610' | 10,000' | Park City Mountain |
| Beginner terrain | 13% | 8% | Northstar |
| Advanced terrain | 27% | 51% | Park City Mountain |
| Average lift wait | 12 min | 18 min | Northstar |
The Match
Northstar is cheaper at the gate ($127 vs $149 entry). Park City Mountain is significantly bigger (7,300 vs 3,170 acres). Both are on the Epic pass — same pass, same wallet.