Monday, January 20, 2025
SKYKOMISH – Stevens Pass welcomed skiers and snowboarders back to the mountain for the 2024-2025 season, celebrating an early opening on Nov. 29.
“I’m most excited about the snow this season. The mountain is in great shape and the skiing and riding is going to be terrific. It’s also the perfect foundation for a great season all around—like lessons for anyone looking to improve their skills and burgers taste better when the conditions are good,” said Ellen Galbraith, Vice President and General Manager of Stevens Pass.
The mountain initially planned to open on Dec. 6, but early snowfall made it possible to open terrain off of Daisy, Hogsback, Skyline and Brooks ski lifts the day after Thanksgiving.
This season will be the first time opening in November since 2018-2019, when the slopes opened on Nov. 21. The Stevens Pass snow report states the mountain received over 70 inches of snow this season prior to opening, with a base depth of 34 inches on opening day.
“While our maintenance teams work year-round to prepare for opening day, they need Mother Nature’s cooperation for it to happen, and she delivered. We also have our front-of-house staff ready to welcome guests in the plaza, our retail and rental outlets, and throughout the resort. It’s truly a team effort, with dedicated teams working around the clock to ensure everything is in place for everyone to have an unforgettable experience at Stevens Pass,” said Galbraith.
The mountain was in full-celebration on opening day, starting with free hot chocolate in the morning, and continuing the excitement with giveaways and music from DJ Mystic in the base area.
This winter, Stevens Pass is introducing a combination of free and paid parking options on weekends and peak-periods, with a focus on reservations and carpooling incentives. The reservations-based parking system will begin the first week of December for select lots.
Stevens Pass will host a number of events and activities throughout the season, including the second annual Women’s Weekend, an avalanche dog demonstration with a meet and greet, and Springfest. Live music will also return, with Foggy Fridays and a live DJ on Thursday nights for Dew After Dark and College Nights.
The ski resort’s dining options have expanded this year to include a new dinner menu at the Bull’s Tooth and fiesta rice bowls at the Pacific Cantina.
In addition to private and group ski and snowboard lessons, there are several returning and new programs this season such as adult coaching programs like Her Turn, Outer Limits Camp with Ingrid Backstrom, and Conditions Coaching.
Taylor Caldwell: 509-433-7276 or taylor@ward.media
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