Sugarloaf vs Sun Valley
Comparing Sugarloaf (ME) and Sun Valley (ID) 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 Valley
Sun Valley, ID
Mountain Collective pass
Window price$149
Online (advance)$89
Season pass—
Side-by-side
| Stat | Sugarloaf | Sun Valley | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $149 | $149 | Tied |
| Online (30+ days) | $79 | $89 | Sugarloaf |
| Season pass | — | — | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 240" | 220" | Sugarloaf |
| Skiable acres | 1,293 | 2,457 | Sun Valley |
| Vertical drop | 2,820' | 3,400' | Sun Valley |
| Runs | 162 | 124 | Sugarloaf |
| Lifts | 16 | 17 | Sun Valley |
| Summit elevation | 4,237' | 9,150' | Sun Valley |
| Beginner terrain | 20% | 36% | Sun Valley |
| Advanced terrain | 48% | 22% | Sugarloaf |
| Average lift wait | 7 min | 6 min | Sun Valley |
The Match
Sugarloaf is cheaper at the gate ($79 vs $89 entry). Sun Valley is significantly bigger (2,457 vs 1,293 acres). Both are on the Mountain Collective pass — same pass, same wallet.