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Snow-covered slopes and surrounding peaks seen from a chairlift at Mt. Baker Ski Area
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MT. BAKER

📍Glacier, Washington, USA

❄️ Powder Haven⬛ Steep & Deep🏔️ Expert Paradise🤙 Local's Favorite🧗 Backcountry AccessIndependent☀️ Year-round destination🚐 Van-life Friendly

Photo: kallerna · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Photo details

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Vertical drop
1,500 ft
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Skiable terrain
1,000 acres
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Avg snowfall
688 in
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Lifts
10

HOW BAKER TICKETS WORK

Buy at the mountain, on the day

Baker does not sell advance, digital or multi-day lift tickets. The resort says day tickets do not sell out; parking and lesson availability are separate considerations.

Match the ticket to your day

Peak pricing applies Friday–Sunday and holidays; off-peak pricing applies other Monday–Thursday dates. Afternoon tickets start after noon. Ages six and under and handle-tow access are free; fifth graders need program enrollment.

Season-pass availability

The 2026–27 Any Day pass purchase window is closed after reaching its cap. Check the limited Mostly Midweek option and its blackout calendar directly before planning around it.

2026–27 daily tickets & all age bands ↗Season-pass availability ↗Mostly Midweek restrictions ↗

Visitor information checked October 26, 2026. Confirm current availability with the operator.

PASS ACCESS

Check your pass provider’s destination list and the resort’s ticket options for the product and dates you plan to use.

DAY TICKETS

Approximate adult budget

About $90 - $120

Use this as a broad planning range. The operator’s booking page has prices and conditions for your dates.

Sources & planning details

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Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-27

Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-27

Ticket prices & purchase details

MULTI-DAY & SEASON PASSES

For a longer trip, compare multi-day tickets with a resort or network pass. Check eligibility, reservations and restricted dates for the product you choose.

Explore current options with the operator →

Official Links

Ticket prices & purchase detailsSeason PassesOfficial Website
Sources & planning context

Other names · Mt. Baker Ski Area, Mt Baker, Mount Baker, Mount Baker Ski Area, Baker

Budget guides help compare destinations. Use the operator’s booking page for your dates, age group and pass restrictions.

Typically November to April, snow permitting

Check the operating calendar for your travel dates.

Official schedules & conditions ↗
Schedule source 1 ↗Schedule source 2 ↗Schedule source 3 ↗Official resort ↗
Vertical drop (ft)
1500
Source ↗ · Oct 26, 2026
Skiable area (acres)
1000
Source ↗ · Oct 26, 2026
Lifts
10
Source ↗ · Oct 26, 2026
Reported average snowfall (in)
688
Source ↗ · Oct 26, 2026
Base elevation (ft)
3500
Source ↗ · Oct 26, 2026
Summit elevation (ft)
5089
Source ↗ · Oct 26, 2026
Runs
38
Source ↗ · Oct 26, 2026
Published opening time
09:00
Source ↗ · Oct 26, 2026
Published closing time
15:30
Source ↗ · Oct 26, 2026
EV charging
No
Source ↗ · Oct 26, 2026
Overnight RV and camper stays
limited
Source ↗ · Oct 26, 2026
RV and camper parking rules
Reserve a designated winter overnight site at White Salmon or Heather Meadows. Vehicles must be self-contained; there are no hookups. Off-season camping follows Forest Service rules.
Source ↗ · Oct 26, 2026
Summer and winter destination
Yes
Source ↗ · Oct 26, 2026
Beyond winter
Summer hiking and mountain sightseeing around Heather Meadows, with a seasonal cafe and mountain shop in the day lodge.
Source ↗ · Oct 26, 2026
Summer visit planning
Summer access depends on snowmelt and highway conditions. The cafe is currently closed until summer 2027; check its published opening schedule before traveling. Summer visits do not imply lift-served skiing or biking.
Source ↗ · Oct 26, 2026
Official website
https://www.mtbaker.us/
Source ↗ · Oct 26, 2026
Pet policy
In designated overnight-parking areas, keep pets leashed, clean up after them and secure them in your vehicle overnight. These parking rules do not establish pet access to ski slopes, lifts or lodges; check those permissions directly.
Source ↗ · Oct 26, 2026

Individual listings retain their own sources and check dates. A source check covers only the named details; it does not confirm availability. Snowfall averages describe climate, not a forecast.

The mountain-statistics page reports 688 inches of average annual snowfall; the FAQ gives 663. These are published averages, not a forecast.

  • Mt. Baker mountain statistics ↗

    Official mountain statistics: acreage, lift count, elevations, vertical rise and snowfall average.

  • Mt. Baker mountain FAQ ↗

    Base-area facilities, operating hours, ticket purchasing and absence of EV chargers.

  • Mt. Baker overnight parking ↗

    Designated winter sites for self-contained vehicles; reservations required, no hookups.

  • Heather Meadows summer cafe ↗

    Seasonal cafe and shop supporting hiking and sightseeing; currently closed until summer 2027.

  • Mt. Baker operations schedule ↗

    Daily base-area and lift operations depend on weather and conditions.

  • Mt. Baker 2026–27 season passes ↗

    The operator sells its own season passes and daily tickets.

  • Ski Washington: Mt. Baker ↗

    Washington ski-area association lists 38 trails; operator sources take priority for other statistics.

  • 2026–27 lift tickets ↗

    Current peak/off-peak prices, age bands, taxes and day-of purchasing rules.

  • Daily lessons ↗

    Operator lesson options; detailed program pages linked in each listing.

  • Daily rentals ↗

    Basic and premium equipment; base locations and requirements vary by operation.

  • Official trail map ↗

    Latest linked reference edition is 2025–26; PDF retained with source attribution.

  • Driving directions ↗

    SR 542 access, White Salmon and Heather Meadows base areas.

  • Day lodges and food ↗

    Three lodge options; use daily report for current openings, not the older status table.

  • Bellingham Whatcom Tourism lodging guide ↗

    Regional drive-time estimates; exact property and winter conditions affect travel.

  • Mount Baker Scenic Byway ↗

    Bagley Lakes and Chain Lakes summer hiking descriptions.

  • Artist Point ↗

    Seasonal road access, mountain views and visitor facilities.

  • 2026–27 operating calendar ↗

    Planned April 18 endpoint and spring weekday closures; opening and closing depend on conditions.

  • Occupied overnight vehicle rules ↗

    Pet leash, cleanup and overnight vehicle requirements; applies to overnight parking.

  • Daily snow and operations report ↗

    Official conditions fallback; no on-mountain webcam verified during review.

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