Snow Report
January 24, 2026
Last Updated 4:18 AM
CURRENT TEMPS
29°F -2°C
HEATHER MEADOWS
31°F -1°C
PAN DOME
OBSERVED CONDITIONS
Winds
Calm
WEATHER
Clear
SLOPE CONDITIONS
Machine groomed / icy
SNOWFALL
0″ 0cm
NEW SNOW
0″ 0cm
24 HR
0″ 0cm
48 HR
SNOWBASE
HEATHER
MEADOWS
58″ 147cm
108″ 274cm
PAN
DOME
ELEVATIONS:
- PAN DOME: 5,020 FT
- HEATHER MEADOWS: 4,210 FT
- WHITE SALMON: 3,630 FT
Check out the video above for a preview of what the groomers have in store for you this weekend. The reviews are in, and to quote a long-time Mt. Baker passholder, the groomers are rated as the best they have ever been at Mt. Baker Ski Area!
Now is the perfect time to tune up your skis or your skills with our Rentals & Instruction departments. These pleasant temperatures and perfectly manicured slopes make for an unbeatable learning experience with our professional Instruction team. Check out their webpage here for more info on offerings. Reservations are recommended, but there is often walk-in availability, so check in with our welcoming Instruction team to find the best option for you and your family!
This weekend, we will roll full operations with all lifts spinning round and round for your enjoyment. Beginners and those with lessons, remember to start your day at the Heather Meadows Base Area, where we will also have the free Handle Tow open for all ages.
As always, there are no reservations required for parking, so come on up and see what the hype is all about!
Shuksan Beach Party – Jan. 17 – by Janus Kober
Find more Beach Party photos on our Gallery
Anticipated Operations For
Saturday
January 24, 2026
Mountain Operations
Peak Lift ticket pricing
Location |
Status | Hours |
|---|---|---|
1
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9:00 am - 3:00 pm | |
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2
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9:00 am - 3:45 pm | |
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3
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9:00 am - 3:15 pm | |
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4
|
9:00 am - 3:45 pm | |
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5
|
9:00 am - 3:30 pm | |
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6
|
9:00 am - 3:00 pm |
Location |
Status | Hours |
|---|---|---|
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7
|
9:00 am - 3:30 pm | |
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8
|
9:00 am - 3:30 pm | |
HM
|
9:00 am - 3:00 pm | |
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WS
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- | |
FeatureZone |
see FZ page for hours |
Parking & Services
White Salmon
Base Area
Milepost 52
Heather Meadows
Base Area
Milepost 54
Advisories
Area Closed
SKI AREA CLOSED - Check Snow Report for Re-Opening Date
- FACILITIES ARE NOT MAINTAINED FOR PUBLIC USE.
- Access to any areas is STRICTLY AT YOUR OWN RISK.
- 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!
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 Immersion Suffocation hazard (SIS) due to tree wells and/or deep snow immersion may exist.
- KEEP YOUR PARTNER IN SIGHT
- Snow Immersion Suffocation hazard (SIS) can be reduced and/or eliminated by AVOIDING TREE WELLS and/or DEEP SNOW HAZARDS and/or STAYING ON GROOMED RUNS.
- NEED HELP? Contact Mt. Baker Ski Patrol
- (360) 300-7070
- If lost, drop a pin and text it to Mt. Baker Ski Patrol to assist with locating.
- Be advised: Your transmission is affected by terrain
Icy Conditions Advisory
- ICY CONDITIONS EXIST IN SOME AREAS
- Ski and ride and choose your route with EXTRA CAUTION and within your ability to navigate the conditions.
Variable Snow Base Advisory
- Various hazards may exist, such as: hidden or exposed creeks, rocks, sticks, wood, holes, subsurface hazards, steep dips, and sudden variations in terrain & snow, and other hazards and obstacles.
- SKI & RIDE WITH EXTRA CAUTION, AWARENESS & WITHIN YOUR ABILITY TO NAVIGATE THESE CONDITIONS.
NWAC Extreme Avalanche Advisory
BACKCOUNTRY AVALANCHE DANGER RATING ADVISORY
- 5 Extreme : Extraordinarily dangerous avalanche conditions. AVOID ALL AVALANCHE TERRAIN
- Avalanche danger rating levels are only GENERAL GUIDELINES FOR THE CASCADES BELOW 7,000 FEET
- May vary hourly for backcountry conditions.
- Mt. Baker Ski Patrol will NOT RESPOND for rescue.
- More info at www.NWAC.us
- Public Service Information
NWAC High Avalanche Advisory
BACKCOUNTRY AVALANCHE DANGER RATING ADVISORY
- 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 backcountry conditions
- Mt. Baker Ski Patrol will NOT RESPOND for rescue.
- More info at www.NWAC.us.
Tree Well Advisory
Snow Immersion Suffocation (SIS) hazard due to tree wells may exist.
- KEEP YOUR PARTNER IN SIGHT
- Snow Immersion Suffocation hazard (SIS) can be reduced and/or eliminated by AVOIDING TREE WELLS and/or STAYING ON GROOMED RUNS.
- NEED HELP? Contact Mt. Baker Ski Patrol
- (360) 300-7070
- If lost, drop a pin and text it to Mt. Baker Ski Patrol to assist with locating.
- Be advised: Your transmission is affected by terrain
HIGHWAY 542 UPDATE:
Hwy 542 will be open daily with one-lane traffic through the construction zone between approximately mileposts 41 and 44.
We would like to thank all our partners at WSDOT and their contractor, Granite Construction. Without them, this opening would not be possible!
Please show your gratitude and help keep the highway open by watching your speed through construction zones and respecting ALL signage and directives.
View the WSDOT Hwy 542 Pass report page for current conditions and chain requirements.