Sun Peaks vs Taos Ski Valley
Comparing Sun Peaks (BC) and Taos Ski Valley (NM) on price, terrain, snowfall, and lift wait. Numbers from the 2026 season.
Sun Peaks
Sun Peaks, BC
Mountain Collective pass
Window price$139
Online (advance)$119
Season pass—
Taos Ski Valley
Taos, NM
Mountain Collective pass
Window price$115
Online (advance)$80
Season pass—
Side-by-side
| Stat | Sun Peaks | Taos Ski Valley | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $139 | $115 | Taos Ski Valley |
| Online (30+ days) | $119 | $80 | Taos Ski Valley |
| Season pass | — | — | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 300" | 177" | Sun Peaks |
| Skiable acres | 4,400 | 1,294 | Sun Peaks |
| Vertical drop | 2,952' | 3,131' | Taos Ski Valley |
| Runs | 144 | 119 | Sun Peaks |
| Lifts | 13 | 13 | Tied |
| Summit elevation | 7,001' | 12,481' | Taos Ski Valley |
| Beginner terrain | 10% | 13% | Taos Ski Valley |
| Advanced terrain | 32% | 33% | Taos Ski Valley |
| Average lift wait | 5 min | 5 min | Tied |
The Match
Taos Ski Valley is cheaper at the gate ($80 vs $119 entry). Sun Peaks is significantly bigger (4,400 vs 1,294 acres). Sun Peaks sees more snow (300" vs 177"). Both are on the Mountain Collective pass — same pass, same wallet.