Getting Here
Mt. Baker Ski Area is located 56 miles east from the town of Bellingham, at the end of Hwy 542. The sections below can help you prepare for your drive to the mountains. We hope you have a safe and awesome trip!
HIGHWAY 542 UPDATE:
The highway re-opens Sunday Dec. 21 at 6:00 a.m.
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.
Hwy 542 will be open between 6:00am – 6:00pm daily with one-lane traffic through the construction zone between approximately mileposts 41 and 44. Be aware that westbound traffic (leaving the Ski Area) will be closed 6:00 pm daily at milepost 46 (DOT station) until road repairs are complete. All public traffic must be clear of the worksite by 6:00 p.m. every day, so plan your exit from the Ski Area accordingly.
NOTE:
Chains are now required to be carried on all vehicles on east Hwy 542
Anticipated Operations For
Monday
December 22, 2025
Parking & Restrooms
White Salmon
Milepost 52
| LOT PARKING | Open when preparations are complete | |
|---|---|---|
| OVERNIGHT PARKING | Reservations REQUIRED | |
| RESTROOMIn Lodge | 8:00am - 4:00pm | |
| RESTROOMHeated Trailer | 24-hrs | |
| RESTROOMPit Toilet in Lot | 24-hrs |
Heather Meadows
Milepost 54
| LOT PARKING | Open when preparations are complete | |
|---|---|---|
| HWY 542 PARKING | 7am - 7pm | |
| OVERNIGHT PARKING | Reservations REQUIRED | |
| RESTROOMIn Lodge | 8:00am - 4:00pm | |
| RESTROOMHeated Trailer | 24-hrs | |
| RESTROOMPit Toilet in Lot | 24-hrs |
Parking Tips & Updates
Directions
Overnight Parking
Road Conditions & Winter Driving
