Spring Operation: Fri-Sat-Sun only through April 21st Snow Report

Snow Report

Closed Mon-Thur

Open Fri-Sat-Sun only through April 21st

Snow Report

April 17, 2024

Last Updated 7:03 AM

CURRENT TEMPS

25°F -4°C

HEATHER MEADOWS

25°F -4°C

PAN DOME

OBSERVED CONDITIONS

Winds

Calm

WEATHER

Clear

SLOPE CONDITIONS

CLOSED

SNOWFALL

1″ 2cm

NEW SNOW

3″ 7cm

24 HR

3″ 7cm

48 HR

SNOWBASE

HEATHER
MEADOWS

95″ 241cm

115″ 292cm

PAN
DOME

US | Metric

ELEVATIONS:

  • PAN DOME: 5,020 FT
  • HEATHER MEADOWS: 4,210 FT
  • WHITE SALMON: 3,630 FT
LAST STAND RAIL JAM • APRIL 13
Raven’s Edge Dual Slalom - April 13 & 14
WSDOT Snow Removal
Snowfall Statistics

Advisories

Ski Area Closed Advisory

SKI AREA TEMPORARILY CLOSED

SKI AREA CLOSED - Check Snow Report for Re-Opening Date

  • FACILITIES ARE NOT MAINTAINED FOR PUBLIC USE.
  • MOUNTAIN ENVIRONMENT HAZARDS EXIST AT ALL TIMES THAT MAY CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
  • The ski area exists on National Forest land and should you choose to enter this area, you are entering UNCONTROLLED, UNPATROLLED NATIONAL FOREST AREA ZONE and IT IS AT YOUR OWN RISK
  • DO NOT ENTER any restricted areas or work zones.
  • This is a partial list. read full Advisory here!

Unusually Cold Temperatures

To reduce risk of frostbite or hypothermia, cover exposed skin, dress in protective clothing layers, take frequent warming breaks. Watch for signs of frostbite or hypothermia.

Deep Snow Advisory

Deep Snow & Tree Well Advisory

Snow suffocation hazard due to deep snow immersion and/or tree wells may exist

  • AVOID TREE WELLS and KEEP YOUR PARTNER IN SIGHT
  • NEED HELP? Contact Mt. Baker Ski Patrol
  • (360) 300-7070
  • Call on Personal Radio: Channel 9 Code 11
  • Be advised: Your transmission is affected by terrain
Icy Condtions Advisory

Icy Conditions Advisory

  • USE EXTRA CAUTION
  • ICY CONDITIONS
  • Icy Conditions Exist In Some Areas
  • SKI & RIDE WITH EXTRA CAUTION & CARE ON STEEP & SHADED AREAS
Ski Area Closed Advisory

SKI AREA CLOSED

  • FACILITIES ARE NOT MAINTAINED FOR PUBLIC USE.
  • MOUNTAIN ENVIRONMENT HAZARDS EXIST AT ALL TIMES THAT MAY CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
  • The ski area exists on National Forest land and should you choose to enter this area, you are entering UNCONTROLLED, UNPATROLLED NATIONAL FOREST AREA ZONE and IT IS AT YOUR OWN RISK.
  • TREAT THIS AREA LIKE BACKCOUNTRY AT ALL TIMES, INCLUDING USING SAFE TRAVEL AND ASSESSMENT SKILLS AND HAVING APPROPRIATE RESCUE EQUIPMENT AND PARTNER.
  • 1. AVALANCHES may occur at any time, EXTREME CLIFF AREAS and other mountain hazards exist at all times and hazards are not marked.
  • 2. The ski area is NOT CONTROLLED FOR AVALANCHES.
  • 3. NO SKI AREA MEDICAL RESPONSE PERSONNEL OR SKI PATROL SERVICES ARE AVAILABLE.
  • 4. Access to any areas is STRICTLY AT YOUR OWN RISK.
  • 5. No bicycle or motorized vehicle access at any time.
  • 6. Ski area work may be performed at any time, including but not limited to heavy equipment use, vehicle operation, chairlift maintenance operations, ski run maintenance and facility maintenance. It is your responsibility to stay away from, and not interfere with, any equipment, machinery, or work zones. DO NOT ENTER any restricted areas or work zones.
  • 7. 911 and/or Search and Rescue response is typically a minimum of hours away at best. Emergency response may not be possible.
  • 8. Signage is not in place.
Variable Snow Base Advisory

Variable Snow Base Advisory

  • USE EXTRA CAUTION
  • VARIABLE SNOW BASE
  • Possible creeks, rocks, sticks, sudden variations in terrain, snow, sub-terrain, steep dips and other hazards and obstacles
  • Snow base and conditions vary with elevation, terrain, aspect and usage.
  • SKI & RIDE WITH EXTRA CAUTION & AWARENESS
Advisory_Extreme

NWAC Extreme Avalanche Advisory

  • Mt. Baker Ski Patrol will NOT RESPOND for rescue
  • BACKCOUNTRY AVALANCHE DANGER RATING
  • 5 Extreme : AVOID ALL AVALANCHE TERRAIN
  • Avalanche danger rating levels are only GENERAL GUIDELINES FOR THE CASCADES BELOW 7,000 FEET
  • May vary hourly for Mt. Baker backcountry conditions
Advisory_High

NWAC High Avalanche Advisory

  • Mt. Baker Ski Patrol will NOT RESPOND for rescue
  • BACKCOUNTRY AVALANCHE DANGER RATING
  • 4 High : Very dangerous avalanche conditions. Travel in avalanche terrain NOT recommended.
  • Avalanche danger rating levels are only GENERAL GUIDELINES FOR THE CASCADES BELOW 7,000 FEET
  • May vary hourly for Mt. Baker backcountry conditions
  • Visit NWAC website for full information.
Treewell Hazard Advisory

Tree Well Hazard Advisory

  • Snow suffocation hazard due to tree wells may exist
  • AVOID TREE WELLS and KEEP YOUR PARTNER IN SIGHT
  • NEED HELP? Contact Mt. Baker Ski Patrol
  • (360) 300-7070
  • Call on Personal Radio: Channel 9 Code 11
  • Be advised: Your transmission is affected by terrain
Before we get to the good stuff, we have a few important reminders to share. The Ski Area is closed this week from Monday - Thursday, and will reopen Friday, April 19th. Be advised that our mountain operations crews are still on the slopes, in the parking lots, and lodges conducting routine maintenance and operating heavy equipment. Please respect all closures and note there are unmarked obstacles and dangers present. Separately, there will be no grace tickets available to season pass holders who forget their pass, so please be sure to bring it with your Spring skiing kit to ride at Mt. Baker this weekend. 

The countdown is on to closing weekend, and it's going to be one for the books! The doctor prescribed a dose of sunshine and Mt. Baker has the medicine we need, with bright blue skies and sun in the forecast all weekend. If it's not already locked in, it'll be the perfect opportunity to get your goggle tan on! We will be operating mainly out of White Salmon, with live bands on Saturday and Sunday, fresh hot food and cold drinks, a stocked retail shop, and soft groomed runs for all to enjoy. 

While the season may be coming to a close after this weekend, our cozy home-away-from-home at the end of Highway 542 won't be closed for too long. Over the summer, the Heather Meadows Cafe will offer solace from the hot sun, a pop-up retail shop, selection of tasty local foods, and views of beautiful heather covered meadows and mountains. If you've been dreaming about the Blueberry Lemonade since last summer, you're not alone! More info will be available on the website shortly. 

Check back here for the latest operations updates through the weekend. We can't wait to see you all back on the mountain soon! 

Daily Operations

Temporarily Closed · CLOSED

Lift Status

No reservations needed

White Salmon/Shuksan Side Status
Chair 5 Closed
Chair 7 Closed
Chair 8 Closed
White Salmon
Handle Tow (HT-2)		 Closed
Heather Meadows/Pan Dome Status
Chair 1 Closed
Chair 2 Closed
Chair 3/4 Closed
Chair 6 Closed
Heather Meadows
Handle Tow (HT-1)		 Closed

Parking & Lodge Operations

Facility Heather MeadowsBase Area White SalmonBase Area Raven HutMid-Mountain Lodge
Lodges Closed Closed Closed
Parking Lot Open 7am - 11pm CLOSED Not Applicable
HWY Parking 542 Open 7am - 7pm Not Applicable
Overnight Parking Limited availability, reservations required CLOSED Not Applicable
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