Sun Valley vs Tamarack
Comparing Sun Valley (ID) and Tamarack (ID) on price, terrain, snowfall, and lift wait. Numbers from the 2026 season.
Sun Valley
Sun Valley, ID
Mountain Collective pass
Window price$149
Online (advance)$89
Season pass—
Tamarack
Donnelly, ID
Independent pass
Window price$129
Online (advance)$89
Season pass—
Side-by-side
| Stat | Sun Valley | Tamarack | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $149 | $129 | Tamarack |
| Online (30+ days) | $89 | $89 | Tied |
| Season pass | — | — | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 220" | 300" | Tamarack |
| Skiable acres | 2,457 | 1,610 | Sun Valley |
| Vertical drop | 3,400' | 2,800' | Sun Valley |
| Runs | 124 | 57 | Sun Valley |
| Lifts | 17 | 9 | Sun Valley |
| Summit elevation | 9,150' | 7,700' | Sun Valley |
| Beginner terrain | 36% | 15% | Sun Valley |
| Advanced terrain | 22% | 40% | Tamarack |
| Average lift wait | 6 min | 3 min | Tamarack |
The Match
Sun Valley is significantly bigger (2,457 vs 1,610 acres). Tamarack sees more snow (300" vs 220"). Pass affiliation: Sun Valley is Mountain Collective, Tamarack is Independent.