Seattle Ski Resort

Introduction

Seattle, a city renowned for its vibrant culture and stunning natural beauty, is also a gateway to some of the finest ski resorts in the Pacific Northwest. 🌲❄️ Just an hour away, The Summit at Snoqualmie offers four unique areas and the most night skiing in the U.S., perfect for both beginners and seasoned skiers. For those seeking expansive terrain, Crystal Mountain, the largest ski resort in Washington, boasts 2,600 acres and over 50 named runs. 🏔️⛷️ Stevens Pass, with its numerous bowls and glades, provides an exhilarating experience for adventure seekers. Whether you're a novice or a pro, Seattle's nearby ski resorts promise unforgettable winter escapades. 🏂✨

Crystal Mountain Resort

📍 Location: 134 km from Downtown Seattle, approximately a 2-hour drive.
🏔️ Terrain: Largest ski area in Washington with 1,052 ha of diverse terrain.
🌲 Views: Offers some of the best views of Mt. Rainier.
🍽️ Amenities: Includes the Summit House Restaurant, Washington’s highest elevation restaurant.
🚠 Gondola: Scenic gondola rides available, taking you almost 2,500 vertical feet to the summit.
🎿 Activities: Offers a variety of summer activities, including high ropes courses and hiking.
🚌 Shuttle: New shuttle service to the Sunrise Visitor Center from July 1st-September 29th, 2024.
💰 Prices: Lift tickets range from $139-$189 for adults, with dynamic pricing.

Stevens Pass

📍 Location: 134 km from Downtown Seattle, approximately a 1.5-hour drive.
⛷️ Terrain: Known for its intermediate and advanced terrain, particularly on the backside.
❄️ Snow: Reliable snow due to its higher elevation compared to other nearby resorts.
🚡 Lifts: Recent upgrades include new quad chairs for the Daisy and Brooks lifts.
🏔️ Views: Offers exceptional fall-line runs and open skiing in Big Chief and Tye Bowls.
🚗 Parking: Limited parking available, free VIP parking for carpools of four or more.
💰 Prices: Lift tickets range from $79-$145 for adults, with dynamic pricing.
🌙 Night Skiing: Available, making it a great option for post-work skiing.

Summit at Snoqualmie

📍 Location: 54 miles from Seattle, approximately a 1-hour drive.
⛷️ Terrain: Ideal for beginners with extensive beginner terrain at Summit West.
🌙 Night Skiing: The state's largest night skiing operation.
🚡 Lifts: 20+ lifts covering 4 peaks.
🍽️ Amenities: Multiple restaurants and bars, including outdoor food trucks.
🏔️ Views: Beautiful views of Snoqualmie Pass.
🚗 Parking: Free parking available, with $10 for premium spots.
💰 Prices: Lift tickets range from $73-$129 for adults, with dynamic pricing.

Mount Baker

📍 Location: 214 km from Downtown Seattle, approximately a 2.5-hour drive.
❄️ Snow: Holds the record for the world’s most snowfall in one season.
⛷️ Terrain: Known for extreme terrain and a permissive “at your own risk” philosophy.
🏔️ Views: Offers stunning views of the North Cascades.
🚡 Lifts: Three day lodges with rental condos available nearby.
🚗 Parking: Free parking available, with shuttle service from Bellingham.
💰 Prices: Lift tickets range from $87.04 for adults to $37.04 for children.
🌙 Night Skiing: Not available, but offers snowshoeing to Artist Point.

Mission Ridge

📍 Location: 259 km from Downtown Seattle, approximately a 3-hour drive.
❄️ Snow: Known for drier, lighter snow and sunny days.
⛷️ Terrain: Offers a variety of intermediate and advanced runs.
🏔️ Views: Ski with a view of the bone-dry desert below.
🚡 Lifts: One high-speed lift with Washington’s only bubble chair.
🚗 Parking: Free SkiLink bus service from downtown Wenatchee on weekends.
💰 Prices: Lift tickets range from $89-$109 for adults, with dynamic pricing.
🌙 Night Skiing: Available Thursday through Saturday through the end of February.