Spring Operation: Fri-Sat-Sun only through April 21st Snow Report

Closed Mon-Thur

Open Fri-Sat-Sun only through April 21st

Snow Report

April 16, 2024

Last Updated 9:22 AM

CURRENT TEMPS

27°F -3°C

HEATHER MEADOWS

23°F -5°C

PAN DOME

OBSERVED CONDITIONS

Winds

Calm

WEATHER

Snowing lightly

SLOPE CONDITIONS

CLOSED

SNOWFALL

2 5cm

NEW SNOW

2 5cm

24 HR

2 5cm

48 HR

SNOWBASE

HEATHER
MEADOWS

93 236cm

113 287cm

PAN
DOME

ELEVATIONS:

  • PAN DOME: 5,020 FT
  • HEATHER MEADOWS: 4,210 FT
  • WHITE SALMON: 3,630 FT

Advisories

Ski Area Closed Advisory

SKI AREA TEMPORARILY CLOSED

SKI AREA CLOSED - Check Snow Report for Re-Opening Date

  • FACILITIES ARE NOT MAINTAINED FOR PUBLIC USE.
  • MOUNTAIN ENVIRONMENT HAZARDS EXIST AT ALL TIMES THAT MAY CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
  • 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!

Unusually 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.

Deep Snow Advisory

Deep Snow & Tree Well Advisory

Snow suffocation hazard due to deep snow immersion and/or tree wells may exist

  • AVOID TREE WELLS and KEEP YOUR PARTNER IN SIGHT
  • NEED HELP? Contact Mt. Baker Ski Patrol
  • (360) 300-7070
  • Call on Personal Radio: Channel 9 Code 11
  • Be advised: Your transmission is affected by terrain
Icy Condtions Advisory

Icy Conditions Advisory

  • USE EXTRA CAUTION
  • ICY CONDITIONS
  • Icy Conditions Exist In Some Areas
  • SKI & RIDE WITH EXTRA CAUTION & CARE ON STEEP & SHADED AREAS
Ski Area Closed Advisory

SKI AREA CLOSED

  • FACILITIES ARE NOT MAINTAINED FOR PUBLIC USE.
  • MOUNTAIN ENVIRONMENT HAZARDS EXIST AT ALL TIMES THAT MAY CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
  • 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.
  • TREAT THIS AREA LIKE BACKCOUNTRY AT ALL TIMES, INCLUDING USING SAFE TRAVEL AND ASSESSMENT SKILLS AND HAVING APPROPRIATE RESCUE EQUIPMENT AND PARTNER.
  • 1. AVALANCHES may occur at any time, EXTREME CLIFF AREAS and other mountain hazards exist at all times and hazards are not marked.
  • 2. The ski area is NOT CONTROLLED FOR AVALANCHES.
  • 3. NO SKI AREA MEDICAL RESPONSE PERSONNEL OR SKI PATROL SERVICES ARE AVAILABLE.
  • 4. Access to any areas is STRICTLY AT YOUR OWN RISK.
  • 5. No bicycle or motorized vehicle access at any time.
  • 6. Ski area work may be performed at any time, including but not limited to heavy equipment use, vehicle operation, chairlift maintenance operations, ski run maintenance and facility maintenance. It is your responsibility to stay away from, and not interfere with, any equipment, machinery, or work zones. DO NOT ENTER any restricted areas or work zones.
  • 7. 911 and/or Search and Rescue response is typically a minimum of hours away at best. Emergency response may not be possible.
  • 8. Signage is not in place.
Variable Snow Base Advisory

Variable Snow Base Advisory

  • USE EXTRA CAUTION
  • VARIABLE SNOW BASE
  • Possible creeks, rocks, sticks, sudden variations in terrain, snow, sub-terrain, steep dips and other hazards and obstacles
  • Snow base and conditions vary with elevation, terrain, aspect and usage.
  • SKI & RIDE WITH EXTRA CAUTION & AWARENESS
Advisory_Extreme

NWAC Extreme Avalanche Advisory

  • Mt. Baker Ski Patrol will NOT RESPOND for rescue
  • BACKCOUNTRY AVALANCHE DANGER RATING
  • 5 Extreme : AVOID ALL AVALANCHE TERRAIN
  • Avalanche danger rating levels are only GENERAL GUIDELINES FOR THE CASCADES BELOW 7,000 FEET
  • May vary hourly for Mt. Baker backcountry conditions
Advisory_High

NWAC High Avalanche Advisory

  • Mt. Baker Ski Patrol will NOT RESPOND for rescue
  • BACKCOUNTRY AVALANCHE DANGER RATING
  • 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 Mt. Baker backcountry conditions
  • Visit NWAC website for full information.
Treewell Hazard Advisory

Tree Well Hazard Advisory

  • Snow suffocation hazard due to tree wells may exist
  • AVOID TREE WELLS and KEEP YOUR PARTNER IN SIGHT
  • NEED HELP? Contact Mt. Baker Ski Patrol
  • (360) 300-7070
  • Call on Personal Radio: Channel 9 Code 11
  • Be advised: Your transmission is affected by terrain

The Ski Area is closed this week from Monday - Thursday, and will reopen Friday, April 19th. Be advised that our mountain operations crews are still on the slopes, in the parking lots, and lodges conducting routine maintenance and operating heavy equipment. Please respect all closures and note there are unmarked obstacles and dangers present. 

We’re enjoying April snow flurries on the ski area today, with a few inches accumulating so far and a bit more expected throughout the day. After this snow, we see nothing but sunshine and bright blue skies for the remainder of the midweek. Looking ahead to the weekend, Friday shows continued sunshine, which will roll into Saturday as this high pressure system fends off a weak front rolling in, with the potential for some light precipitation Saturday evening and Sunday morning. Join us for spring skiing conditions and never ending hot pow, so we can send this season off in proper fashion this closing weekend. 

For all of you season pass holders, remember to move your pass from your winter gear to your spring skiing uniform. With the sun high and temps warm, layers will be coming off, but you’ll have to have your pass to hit the slopes. There will be no grace tickets issued to those who forget their pass. Get creative and put that pass in your jorts or speed suit pocket, so you can ride all day!

Operations for closing weekend are expected to be mainly out of White Salmon, weather and conditions dependent. Keep an eye on your favorite forecast, rest your legs, and as always, check back here for the latest operations and conditions update for your favorite local Ski Area.

Daily Operations

Temporarily Closed · CLOSED

Lift Status

No reservations needed

White Salmon/Shuksan Side Status
Chair 5 Closed
Chair 7 Closed
Chair 8 Closed
White Salmon
Handle Tow (HT-2)
Closed
Heather Meadows/Pan Dome Status
Chair 1 Closed
Chair 2 Closed
Chair 3/4 Closed
Chair 6 Closed
Heather Meadows
Handle Tow (HT-1)
Closed

Parking & Lodge Operations

Facility Heather MeadowsBase Area White SalmonBase Area Raven HutMid-Mountain Lodge
Lodges Closed Closed Closed
Parking Lot Open 7am - 11pm CLOSED Not Applicable
HWY Parking 542 Open 7am - 7pm Not Applicable
Overnight Parking Limited availability, reservations required CLOSED Not Applicable