1:45pm Operations Update
Chair 2 will be closed for the remainder of the day due to low visibility and gusty winds at the summit.
12:15pm Operations Update
Chair 2 is on hold due to high winds and low visibility at the summit. We will continue to update regarding Chair 2 for the remainder of the day.
10:00 Conditions Update
Good morning skiers and snowboarders,
I grabbed a couple runs under mostly cloudy skies this morning. Chair 2 did experience some rain and then re-froze after grooming this morning, which made for a firm surface. However, our heroic groomers did put another swath or two down the center of Tumwater, so there is a nice smooth alley for your descent off of Chair 2 this morning. Winds are expected to increase at the summit later today. The only precipitation I have seen today is that little bit of mixed sleet when I pulled in about 5:45 this AM, which means I stayed perfectly dry during my adventure.
On our lower mountain, Chair 4, which is open to mid-station, is riding quite well. Skiing Lower Chak Chak was as satisfying as a fresh shave with a new blade.
Plenty of room for activities up here today! Come enjoy or soft snow and uncrowded slopes!
Even with limited terrain, there is still plenty of good riding to be found. Stay on open runs, keep things playful, and enjoy a classic Pacific Northwest mix of weather and snow/rain mix.
Today’s conditions update photo commemorates a young man taking his first chair ride! Congratulations, you have just taken your first step into a larger universe! One never forgets their first time on a snowboard, thank you for allowing Mission Ridge to be part of this milestone!
We will see you on the. mountain!
Season Pass sales start on 3/26.
Don’t forget that Season Pass sales start on 3/26! Current Season Passholders can purchase TODAY, 3/23, at 8am through 3/25 at midnight and receive a renewal discount!
*Renewal discount only valid for current 25/26 Premier, Core Value, Midweek, and Twilight Passholders.
6:30 Conditions Report
Good morning skiers and snowboarders,
Chair 3 is closed for maintenance today, and Chair 4 is operating to mid station only. Open trails today include Pika, Mimi, Lower Tumwater, Sitkum, Lower Chak Chak, 100Laps Park, and Lil Bombers Park.
We had a warm evening yesterday before temperatures dropped to around 28 overnight, helping the surface reset and set us up for a solid start this morning.
Today we are seeing a mix of rain and snow move through the region. The mild precip had turned to light snow/rain mix as I pulled into the parking lot this morning. Expect precipitation on and off throughout the day, with rain and snow this morning, transitioning more toward rain this afternoon, and then back to a rain snow mix later this evening. High temperatures will be near 35. It will be windy at times, with southwest winds increasing through the day and gusts reaching up to around 40 mph.
However, this system is not expected to impact the snowpack the way last week’s warm weather did. Snowfall amounts will stay light, but that bit of moisture should help keep the surface from getting too firm.
Conditions will be a little variable out there today, once again, the most consistent riding found on the groomed runs. Expect a slightly softened surface as the day goes on, with some areas feeling smoother and more forgiving than others.
Even with limited terrain, there is still plenty of good riding to be found. Stay on open runs, keep things playful, and enjoy a classic Pacific Northwest mix of weather and snow/rain mix.
Season Pass sales start on 3/26.
Don’t forget that Season Pass sales start on 3/26! Current Season Passholders can purchase TODAY, 3/23, at 8am through 3/25 at midnight and receive a renewal discount!
*Renewal discount only valid for current 25/26 Premier, Core Value, Midweek, and Twilight Passholders.
Operations Info
Forecast
Tuesday 3/24: Rain and snow before 2pm, then rain between 2pm and 5pm, then a chance of rain and snow after 5pm. High near 35. Windy, with a southwest wind 14 to 19 mph increasing to 21 to 26 mph in the afternoon. Winds could gust as high as 44 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. Total daytime snow accumulation of less than a half inch possible.
Mountain Operations
OPEN DAILY from 9am-4pm
View operating schedule here.
Lift Status*
- Chair 1: Open 9am-4pm
- Chair 2: Open 9am-4pm
- Chair 3: CLOSED
- Chair 4: Open 9am-4pm to Midway Only
- Ottobahn Carpet: Open 9am-4pm
- Pika Peak Rope Tow: Open 9am-4pm
- 100Laps Rope Tow: Open 9am-4pm
*Chair configuration may change at any time.
Terrain*
Low coverage exists in places with marked and unmarked obstacles. Please stay on open runs and respect all rope lines/trail closures as they are there for your safety.
Snowmaking operations will continue whenever possible to expand terrain and improve coverage. This may include:
- Modified terrain availability
- Snowmaking equipment operating on open runs
- Variable surface conditions in areas where snowmaking is underway
*Run status may change at any time.
Base Area Operations
Lift Tickets
Ticketing/Season Pass office OPEN at 8am.
Full Day tickets are $75 for ages 25-69, $65 for ages 18-24, $45 for ages 13-17, $35 for ages 8-12, $9 for ages 7 & under and $25 for ages 70+.
Food Service
- Chair 5 Pub – OPEN 10:30-4:00PM
- Ka-Wham Cafe – OPEN 8:00-1:30PM
- Midway Lodge – OPEN 10:30-1PM
**All listed hours may vary
Rental Shop
OPEN from 8am-4:30pm
Retail Shop
OPEN from 8am-4:30pm
Ski School
OPEN from 8am-4:30pm
For lesson availability, click here.
Uphill Policy
Standard Uphill Policy in effect.
