12/4/25 Conditions Report

10:00 Conditions Update:

Riders, it’s been just a little bit too long. What a feeling it is to see all the familiar faces and some new ones too as I make my rounds around the mountain. Although the open terrain is limited, the vibe is boundless and it is a great day to pop on the planks and get out there. The cords have that classic buttery smooth quality and it’s not too chilly. The base is supportive under your skis and holding up nicely. I’m excited to open the season today, and I can tell everyone on the mountain is too.

6:30 Conditions Report:

What’s all this white stuff on the ground? I’m not certain but I think you should come check it out. Thanks to our snowmakers grinding down to the wire, we are able to spin the first chairlift in Washington of the 2025/2026 season for a limited opening! Chairs 1 and 2 will be servicing an a-list roster of runs- Sunspot, Tumwater, and Mimi, while the Pika Peak Rope Tow is live for all our learners joining us today. Lil’ Bombers also hosts six features on the smaller side ready for easing into the sending season.

Conditions may be similar to yesterday. Word on the grapevine is softer on top and firmer toward the base. We encourage you to ease into the season and, as always, ski and ride with care. Early season conditions and areas of thin cover will exist, and remember to respect all rope lines and trail closures – they are there for your safety. It’s looking like a 50% chance of precip all across the mountain. Where it falls might dictate the consistency of what’s coming down. It should fall as snow showers at the summit with scattered mixed precipitation falling at lower elevations.

This early-season, we’re continuing our tradition of honoring local heroes through the Firefighter and Emergency Personnel Appreciation program. From Opening Day through December 14th, we’re inviting Firefighters, EMTs, and Law Enforcement professionals—including 2025 seasonal personnel—to enjoy free skiing and riding as a thank-you for their service. Click here to learn more.

Looking ahead at the rest of opening weekend, snow is forecast to build up over the next few days, especially at the summit. On Friday afternoon and particularly Saturday, winds are forecasted to pick up significantly. If you have the flexibility to get your first turns on Thursday or Friday morning, I’d recommend it to maximize your chance of catching the best Opening Weekend weather conditions.

See you on the mountain!

Operations Info

Forecast

Thursday 12/4 – A 50 percent chance of snow. Mostly cloudy, with a temperature falling to around 27 by 5pm. West wind 6 to 10 mph. Total daytime snow accumulation of less than a half inch possible.

Friday 12/5 – Rain, possibly mixed with snow, becoming all snow after 2pm. High near 31. Southwest wind 13 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 28 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New snow accumulation of around an inch possible.

Saturday 12/6 – A 50 percent chance of snow. Partly sunny, with a high near 29. Windy, with a west wind 25 to 30 mph decreasing to 18 to 23 mph in the afternoon. Winds could gust as high as 45 mph. New snow accumulation of less than a half inch possible.

Sunday 12/7 – Snow likely. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 29. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New snow accumulation of 1 to 2 inches possible.

Mountain Operations

12/4 (OPENING DAY) – Open 9am-4pm

12/5 – Open 9am-4pm

12/6 – Open 9am-4pm

12/7 – Open 9am-4pm

12/8-12/11 – CLOSED

Lift Status*

Chair 1, Wenatchee Express (Chair 2), & Pika Peak Rope Tow are scheduled for operation.

*Chair configuration may change at any time.

Terrain*

Early season conditions exist and limited terrain will be open. Low coverage exists in places. Please stay on open runs and respect all rope lines/trail closures as they are there for your safety.

Open terrain for 12/4-12/7: Mimi, Tumwater, Sunspot, & Pika Peak beginner area.

*Run status may change at any time.

Base Area Operations

Lift Tickets

Ticketing/Season Pass office OPEN at 8am each day.

Early Season Prices for Chair 1, The Wenatchee Express (Chair 2), and the Pika Peak rope tow: Day tickets are $85 for ages 25-69, $75 for ages 18-24, $55 for ages 13-17, $45 for ages 8-12, $9 for ages 7 & under and $29 for ages 70+ for tickets purchased in advance and online to reflect the limited opening of chairlifts and terrain.

Purchase Tickets Now

Due to the limited opening of terrain, Powder Alliance visits and other mountain reciprocals (49º North, Lookout Pass, & Loup Loup) will not be accepted on Opening Weekend. Indy Pass visits will be accepted.

Food Service

Chair 5 Pub – OPEN 8am-4:30pm

Ka-Wham Cafe – OPEN 8am-4:30pm

Midway Lodge – OPEN 10am-2pm on 12/4 & 12/5; OPEN 10am-3pm on 12/6 & 12/7

Rental Shop

OPEN from 8am-4:30pm

Retail Shop

OPEN from 8am-4:30pm

Ski School

OPEN 8am-4:30pm

For lesson availability, click here.

Calendar

For the full, planned operations calendar, click here.

Uphill Policy

Modified Uphill Policy is in effect.

Uphill Policy