Washington State, United States
Mt Baker
Baker has a reputation for heavy snowfall and unpolished, old school terrain. It is a border crossing and a longer drive, which makes it a planned trip rather than a spontaneous one, but it rewards strong skiers and snowboarders in a storm cycle.
Deep snow and serious terrain, for skiers and snowboarders willing to cross the border.
Mountain stats
- Vertical
- 1,500 ft
- Skiable area
- 1,000 acres
- Lifts
- 10 lifts (Quad Chairs 8; Handle Tows 2, as listed by the resort)
Source: resort site · last updated October 2, 2026 · Trail map →
Season passes
Not on a multi-resort pass we track.
Trail map
We do not redraw resort maps. This is the mountain's own map, kept current by the resort.
Terrain and ability
- Beginner: workable, but this is not the most comfortable mountain for a first day.
- Intermediate: plenty of terrain once visibility allows, with natural features everywhere.
- Advanced and expert: the reason people come. Steeps, trees and deep snow, with a long freeride history.
Snowboarders often size up in volume or float for deeper days here. Skiers commonly choose a wider ski than they would for local groomers.
Getting there
- Around a two to three hour drive from Vancouver, plus a border crossing. Bring a passport or equivalent travel document.
- Border wait times vary considerably. Check them before you set out.
- Winter driving on the Mt Baker Highway can be demanding. Carry chains.
Tickets and passes
- Tickets and passes are sold by the resort in United States dollars, so the exchange rate matters.
- Weekend and holiday capacity can be limited. Read the current purchase rules on the official site.
We do not list prices. Official tickets and passes →
Access for 2026/27: resort season pass
- Not on the Epic Pass or the Ikon Pass.
- Access is the resort's own season pass or a day ticket, priced in United States dollars.
Official season passes
- Season passes are sold by the resort in United States dollars, so the exchange rate matters from Vancouver.
- A passport and border wait are part of every visit. Factor that in before committing to a season here.
Passes are sold by the resort, and we do not list prices or take a cut. Official season passes →
Rentals, lessons and family
- Rentals and lessons available on the mountain.
- Fewer base amenities than a destination resort. Plan food and gear before you arrive.
Conditions and webcams
Snow, lift status and webcams change hour to hour, so they stay with the resort.
Check official resort conditions →
We have not found a webcam page the resort publishes, so we do not link one.
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