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.

2
resorts under 2 hours
4
resorts 2–3 hours
9
total within 6 hours

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Best picks near Seattle

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 · Indy Pass
Best value
Mt. Hood Skibowl
$55 day ticket — one of the most affordable days on snow within reach of Seattle.
OR · 4h 52m · $55 · Independent
Best for beginners
White Pass
The most beginner-friendly terrain layout within driving distance of Seattle.
WA · 2h 32m · $88 · 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 · 2,200 ft · $90
Ikon Pass ❅ 400" avg
Stevens Pass
WA · 1h 55m drive · 1,800 ft · $155
Epic Pass ❅ 450" avg Expert terrain

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 · 3,100 ft · $155
Ikon Pass ❅ 486" avg
White Pass
WA · 2h 32m drive · 1,500 ft · $88
Indy Pass ❅ 376" avg
Mt. Baker Ski Area
WA · 2h 52m drive · 1,500 ft · $79
Indy Pass ❅ 641" avg
Mission Ridge
WA · 2h 53m drive · 2,140 ft · $79
Independent Expert terrain

4–6 hours from Seattle

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

Timberline Lodge
OR · 4h 48m drive · 2,000 ft · $75
Indy Pass ❅ 400" avg
Mt. Hood Meadows
OR · 4h 49m drive · 2,777 ft · $125
Ikon Pass ❅ 430" avg Expert terrain
Mt. Hood Skibowl
OR · 4h 52m drive · 1,500 ft · $55
Independent ❅ 350" avg

Pass access near Seattle

Which passes work within driving distance.

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

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