Sun Valley vs Taos Ski Valley
Comparing Sun Valley (ID) and Taos Ski Valley (NM) 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—
Taos Ski Valley
Taos, NM
Mountain Collective pass
Window price$115
Online (advance)$80
Season pass—
Side-by-side
| Stat | Sun Valley | Taos Ski Valley | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $149 | $115 | Taos Ski Valley |
| Online (30+ days) | $89 | $80 | Taos Ski Valley |
| Season pass | — | — | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 220" | 177" | Sun Valley |
| Skiable acres | 2,457 | 1,294 | Sun Valley |
| Vertical drop | 3,400' | 3,131' | Sun Valley |
| Runs | 124 | 119 | Sun Valley |
| Lifts | 17 | 13 | Sun Valley |
| Summit elevation | 9,150' | 12,481' | Taos Ski Valley |
| Beginner terrain | 36% | 13% | Sun Valley |
| Advanced terrain | 22% | 33% | Taos Ski Valley |
| Average lift wait | 6 min | 5 min | Taos Ski Valley |
The Match
Taos Ski Valley is cheaper at the gate ($80 vs $89 entry). Sun Valley is significantly bigger (2,457 vs 1,294 acres). Sun Valley sees more snow (220" vs 177"). Both are on the Mountain Collective pass — same pass, same wallet.