Deer Valley vs Sundance Resort

Deer Valley (Utah) and Sundance Resort (Utah) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatDeer ValleySundance Resort
Vertical drop3,100 ft (945 m)2,149 ft (655 m)
Summit elevation9,554 ft8,248 ft
Base elevation6,450 ft6,099 ft
Lifts369
Runs34387
Beginner terrain32%21%
Intermediate terrain43%39%
Expert terrain25%40%
Night skiingNoYes

Deer Valley has the bigger vertical (3,100 ft vs 2,149 ft); Deer Valley has more runs (343 vs 87); Sundance Resort skews more expert (40% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Deer ValleyIkon Pass: 7 days
Sundance ResortNot on a major pass; lift tickets only

No single pass covers both, so skiing both means separate passes or lift tickets. Check your full resort list in the pass finder →

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