📷 Mt. Baker
North America
Mt. Baker
Projected to open December 18, 2026
Best months to book: March, January, February · last season + 30-yr record
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Projected to open Dec 18 — closed April 26
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
Last Snowfall
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Mt. Baker is projected to open December 18, 2026. Here is when it is usually best to book.
Best months to book
- #1March148cm avg · last season 48.5
- #2January185cm avg
- #3February135cm avg
Best weeks to book
- #1 23 Mar – 29 Mar · last season 48.2
- #2 30 Mar – 5 Apr · last season 39.4
- #3 13 Apr – 19 Apr · last season 32.6
Ranked on 25% last season's SnowSure score (2025-26) · 75% 30-year snowfall and base-depth record. The live score returns when the lifts turn.
Current Conditions
Reported Mon, Oct 12, 10:01 PM UTC
Terrain Open
Projected to open Dec 18
Projected to open December 18, 2026
38 runs · 11 lifts — live counts and the SnowSure™ Score return when the lifts turn.
- Lifts– / 11
- Runs– / 38
Days 8–14 and every model are in SnowSure Pro.
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Maps
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Webcams & Proof of Powder
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About Mt. Baker
Mt. Baker Ski Area is located in the North Cascades of Washington State, renowned for its abundant snowfall and rugged mountain terrain. The resort features a variety of runs across 1,000 acres, catering to both advanced skiers and snowboarders as well as intermediates, with a laid-back, authentic atmosphere. Signature experiences include deep powder skiing, natural terrain features, and the legendary Mt. Baker Legendary Banked Slalom event. Key amenities include multiple lodges, equipment rentals, and a focus on the natural mountain environment.
Read the full resort guide →Frequently asked questions about Mt. Baker
- Where is Mt. Baker?
- Mt. Baker is a ski resort in the United States.
- How high is Mt. Baker?
- Mt. Baker runs from a base elevation of 1,067 m (3,501 ft) to a summit of 1,551 m (5,089 ft), giving a vertical drop of 484 m (1,588 ft).
- How big is Mt. Baker?
- Mt. Baker has 1,000 acres (405 hectares) of skiable terrain, 38 marked runs and 11 lifts.
- When is ski season at Mt. Baker?
- Mt. Baker typically operates from December to April. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
- How much snow does Mt. Baker get in a typical season?
- Mt. Baker averages 663 inches / 1684 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
- How will El Niño affect Mt. Baker in winter 2026-27?
- El Niño Signal Rank: #406 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier E · strong-event signal -15% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Mt. Baker averaged -15% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. The honest read: this is the fleet's deepest timing play. The snow still comes — it comes later and leaner, so point your winter 2026-27 trip at the historical late-winter peak, stay flexible on dates, and watch our monthly scorecard. Analog winters: '97-98 -15%, '15-16 -14%, '23-24 -15%. One caveat that always holds: a single storm cycle can beat the climatology.
