Skiing near Seattle · Pacific Northwest

Best Ski Resorts Near Seattle This Weekend

Seattle skiers have excellent options within a short drive. Snoqualmie Pass is the closest, Crystal Mountain is the most serious, and Stevens Pass splits the difference. The Pacific Northwest snowpack is heavy and wet compared to interior powder: but the mountains are dramatic and the season is long.

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Sorted by what matters, not just distance.

Closest serious mountain

The Summit at Snoqualmie

The best all-around option at 1h 31m from Seattle, balancing terrain, snow, and drive time.

WA · 1h 31m · $90 · Ikon Pass

Best snowfall

Mt. Baker Ski Area

641" average annual snowfall: the highest of any resort near Seattle.

WA · 2h 52m · $79 · Independent

Best value

Cooper Spur

$45 day ticket, one of the most affordable days on snow within reach of Seattle.

OR · 4h 41m · $45 · Indy Pass

Best for beginners

Cooper Spur

The most beginner-friendly terrain layout within driving distance of Seattle.

OR · 4h 41m · $45 · Indy Pass

Getting there from Seattle: Mountain passes can close during heavy snowfall. Check WSDOT pass reports before heading out. Snoqualmie is the most reliable for quick access; Stevens and Crystal require more planning on storm days.

Under 2 hours from Seattle

Quick day trips: you can be on the slopes by morning and home for dinner.

The Summit at Snoqualmie
WA · 1h 31m drive · 2,280 ft · $90
Ikon Pass 428" avg snow
Stevens Pass
WA · 1h 55m drive · 1,784 ft · $155
Epic Pass 460" avg snow Expert terrain
Hurricane Ridge
WA · 1h 57m drive · 574 ft · $50
Indy Pass 400" avg snow Beginner friendly

2–3 hours from Seattle

Worth a dedicated day. Leave early, get full laps in, head back the same night.

Crystal Mountain
WA · 2h 1m drive · 2,602 ft · $155
Ikon Pass 348" avg snow
White Pass
WA · 2h 32m drive · 2,000 ft · $88
Indy Pass 400" avg snow
Mt. Baker Ski Area
WA · 2h 52m drive · 1,500 ft · $79
Independent 641" avg snow
Mission Ridge
WA · 2h 53m drive · 2,250 ft · $79
Indy Pass 200" avg snow Expert terrain

3–4 hours from Seattle

Weekend territory: better as a two-day trip to make the drive worthwhile.

Loup Loup Ski Bowl
WA · 3h 50m drive · 1,240 ft · $50
Indy Pass

4–6 hours from Seattle

Destination trips only. Plan a long weekend. These mountains earn the drive.

Cooper Spur
OR · 4h 41m drive · 431 ft · $45
Indy Pass 250" avg snow Beginner friendly
Timberline Lodge
OR · 4h 48m drive · 2,000 ft · $75
Independent 400" avg snow
Mt. Hood Meadows
OR · 4h 49m drive · 2,777 ft · $125
Indy Pass 439" avg snow Expert terrain
Mt. Hood Skibowl
OR · 4h 52m drive · 1,500 ft · $55
Independent 350" avg snow

Pass access near Seattle

Which passes work within driving distance.

Epic Pass
1 resort within 6 hours
Stevens Pass
Ikon Pass
2 resorts within 6 hours
The Summit at Snoqualmie, Crystal Mountain
Indy Pass
6 resorts within 6 hours
Hurricane Ridge, White Pass, Mission Ridge, Loup Loup Ski Bowl, Cooper Spur and 1 more
Independent
3 resorts within 6 hours
Mt. Baker Ski Area, Timberline Lodge, Mt. Hood Skibowl

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