Sugarloaf vs Sun Peaks
Comparing Sugarloaf (ME) and Sun Peaks (BC) on price, terrain, snowfall, and lift wait. Numbers from the 2026 season.
Sugarloaf
Carrabassett Valley, ME
Mountain Collective pass
Window price$149
Online (advance)$79
Season pass—
Sun Peaks
Sun Peaks, BC
Mountain Collective pass
Window price$139
Online (advance)$119
Season pass—
Side-by-side
| Stat | Sugarloaf | Sun Peaks | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $149 | $139 | Sun Peaks |
| Online (30+ days) | $79 | $119 | Sugarloaf |
| Season pass | — | — | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 240" | 300" | Sun Peaks |
| Skiable acres | 1,293 | 4,400 | Sun Peaks |
| Vertical drop | 2,820' | 2,952' | Sun Peaks |
| Runs | 162 | 144 | Sugarloaf |
| Lifts | 16 | 13 | Sugarloaf |
| Summit elevation | 4,237' | 7,001' | Sun Peaks |
| Beginner terrain | 20% | 10% | Sugarloaf |
| Advanced terrain | 48% | 32% | Sugarloaf |
| Average lift wait | 7 min | 5 min | Sun Peaks |
The Match
Sugarloaf is cheaper at the gate ($79 vs $119 entry). Sun Peaks is significantly bigger (4,400 vs 1,293 acres). Sun Peaks sees more snow (300" vs 240"). Both are on the Mountain Collective pass — same pass, same wallet.