Snow Report
January 27, 2026
Last Updated 3:30 PM
CURRENT TEMPS
45°F 7°C
HEATHER MEADOWS
40°F 4°C
PAN DOME
OBSERVED CONDITIONS
Winds
Calm
WEATHER
High overcast
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
We can tell you’ve been doing your special traditions to bring the snow back to Baker. We have been seeing some great snow dances and some even sacrificed their hair for this blast of snow! The weather man is calling for new snow overnight and throughout the day tomorrow.
Expect soft turns and true mid-winter vibes returning across the mountain. With fresh snow, classic Baker terrain, and stormy weather, tomorrow should deliver some excellent riding for those who come prepared.
Our operations will be out of Heather Meadows Base Area (Upper Lodge) tomorrow with chairs 1–6 spinning. While running out of Heather Meadows; chairs 7–8, WS Handle Tow, and White Salmon Lodge will remain closed. Plan accordingly for snowy roads and the great winter weather.
Our Events Staff are still working out the details on Saturday Evening’s Apres-For-Snow event, but you can go over to our website and look it up on the Events page. Pizza and old school ski films sound like a great way to end a great day of skiing. Make your plans to be up for the evening fun.
See you on the mountain!
Anticipated Operations For
Wednesday
January 28, 2026
Mountain Operations
Off-Peak Lift ticket pricing
Location |
Status | Hours |
|---|---|---|
1
|
9:00 am - 3:00 pm | |
|
2
|
9:00 am - 3:45 pm | |
|
3
|
9:15 am - 3:15 pm | |
|
4
|
9:00 am - 3:00 pm | |
|
5
|
9:00 am - 3:30 pm | |
|
6
|
9:00 am - 3:00 pm |
Location |
Status | Hours |
|---|---|---|
|
7
|
- | |
|
8
|
- | |
HM
|
9:00 am - 3:00 pm | |
|
WS
|
- | |
FeatureZone |
see FZ page for hours |
Parking & Services
White Salmon
Base Area
Milepost 52
All services will be based out of Heather Meadows Base Area today
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.