Advisories
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.
- View more information at www.weather.gov
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 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
- 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
- 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
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
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.
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 |
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Chair 5 | Closed |
Chair 7 | Closed |
Chair 8 | Closed |
White Salmon Handle Tow (HT-2) |
Closed |
Heather Meadows/Pan Dome | Status |
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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 |
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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 |