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!
Anticipated Operations For
Monday
April 20, 2026
Parking & Restrooms
White Salmon
Milepost 52
| LOT PARKING | Closed | |
|---|---|---|
| OVERNIGHT PARKING | Closed | |
| RESTROOMIn Lodge | Closed | |
| RESTROOMHeated Trailer | Closed | |
| RESTROOMPit Toilet in Lot | Closed |
Heather Meadows
Milepost 54
| LOT PARKING | CLOSED | |
|---|---|---|
| HWY 542 PARKING | CLOSED | |
| OVERNIGHT PARKING | Closed | |
| RESTROOMIn Lodge | Closed | |
| RESTROOMHeated Trailer | Closed | |
| RESTROOMPit Toilet in Lot | Closed |
Parking Tips & Updates
Mt. Baker is a mid-sized ski area with limited parking spaces. Read our Tips page for info on our parking lots, daily updates on lot status during the season (including if lots are open, closed, approaching full or are full) and tips on how best to plan your trip.
Directions
Mt. Baker Ski Area is located at the end of State Hwy 542. Driving times, directions and map are listed on our Directions page.
Overnight Parking
We have a limited number of overnight parking spots in our Heather Meadows and White Salmon parking lots, and reservations are required. For details and to make reservations, visit our Overnight Parking page.
Road Conditions & Winter Driving
Find links to current road conditions, as well as resources for preparing your car for winter travel, here.
Accommodations
There are no accommodations available at the ski area, but there are many condos, chalets, B&B's, and other rentals along Hwy 542. The closest accommodations are just 17 miles away in the town of Glacier.