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Stevens Pass ski resort

North America

Stevens Pass Resort Guide

Projected to open December 4, 2026

Best months to book: March, February, January · last season + 30-yr record

Projected to open Dec 4

Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.

Last Snowfall

Oct 11

11d ago

Past 24 Hours

0cm

Past 48 Hours

0cm

Past 10 Days

0cm

7-Day Forecast

5cm

Snow Depth

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Updated: Oct 22, 9:03 PM•Weather at base: 1,238m

Resort Guide

Stevens Pass is a ski resort located in the Cascade Mountains of Washington State, offering 1,125 acres of skiable terrain and a vertical rise of 1,800 feet. The resort features a mix of beginner, intermediate, and advanced runs, as well as terrain parks and night skiing. Key amenities include multiple dining options, equipment rentals, and ski and snowboard lessons, with a welcoming atmosphere suited to families and adventure seekers alike. Stevens Pass is distinguished by its scenic alpine setting and convenient access from Seattle.

Resort Info

Summit1,726m
Base1,238m
Vertical488m
Lifts13
Runs52
Skiable Area1125 acres
Average snowfall460 inches / 1168 cm
CountryUnited States

Season dates

Projected openingDecember 4, 2026

Ski passes

Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.

Top Après Ski

Foggy Goggle – A classic après-ski bar located at the base of Stevens Pass, the Foggy Goggle is celebrated for its laid-back atmosphere, hearty pub fare, and wide selection of local beers, making it a favorite gathering spot for skiers and snowboarders to unwind after a day on the mountain.

Season vs Historic

Updated Thu, Oct 22, 09:03 PM UTC

3cm

Season Total

This Season to Date

-71%

vs 5-Year Avg

11cm avg by now

-79%

vs 30-Year Avg

15cm avg by now

11cm

5-Yr Avg by Now

This season is at 3.2 cm to date. The last completed season totaled ~3.2 cm. That's 71% below the 5-year average (11 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 79% below the 30-year average (15 cm).

Stevens Pass Season Snowfall

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Stevens Pass Snow History

Average annual snowfall is 794cm with an average of 110 snowfall days per season. The table below shows monthly averages across 30 seasons of archive data (modeled snowpack at mid-elevation).

Average monthly snowfall history
MonthAvg SnowfallSnowfall DaysAvg Base DepthMax Base DepthBiggest Snowfall
November113cm15 days42cm87cm21cm
December165cm18 days119cm173cm26cm
January155cm18 days186cm228cm26cm
February124cm16 days223cm260cm23cm
March115cm18 days252cm283cm19cm
April61cm12 days247cm272cm12cm
May22cm5 days184cm230cm6cm

Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.

SnowSure Score by Month

Season 2025-26

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No full season on record

50 days scored, from 22 Feb

83

Best Day

13 Mar

12

Excellent+ Days

Scored 50 or above

8

Powder Days

6cm+ fresh snow

Feb
46.77d
Mar
47.630d
Apr
26.813d

Highest-scoring days

February 2026

  • 5725 Feb1cm
  • 5524 Feb11cm
  • 5022 Feb1cm

March 2026

  • 8313 Mar22cm
  • 8114 Mar31cm
  • 7912 Mar31cm

April 2026

  • 381 Apr
  • 342 Apr6cm
  • 3413 Apr

March scored highest for Stevens Pass in 2025-26. Based on 50 days the resort was verified open. One season of scores describes what happened, not what to expect.

Season at a Glance

Next season(2026-27)

Opens Dec 4, 2026

Through Apr 13, 2027

Multi-season averages will appear once SnowSure has tracked more than one full season.

Best Months to Visit

February

Peak Season

January

Peak Season

March

Good

December

Good

Note: Based on typical ski season patterns for this region.

Frequently asked questions about Stevens Pass

Where is Stevens Pass?
Stevens Pass is a ski resort in the United States.
How high is Stevens Pass?
Stevens Pass runs from a base elevation of 1,238 m (4,062 ft) to a summit of 1,726 m (5,663 ft), giving a vertical drop of 488 m (1,601 ft).
How big is Stevens Pass?
Stevens Pass has 1,125 acres (455 hectares) of skiable terrain, 52 marked runs and 13 lifts.
Which ski pass covers Stevens Pass?
Stevens Pass is on the Epic Pass. Access terms such as blackout dates and day limits vary by pass tier, so check the pass operator for the current season.
When is ski season at Stevens Pass?
Stevens Pass 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 Stevens Pass get in a typical season?
Stevens Pass averages 460 inches / 1168 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.