Winter Sports

There's nothing like a fresh snowfall to get people off the couch and out in the mountains. Enjoy the excitement of downhill skiing or the quiet solitude of snowshoeing on the Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest. The Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest hosts four commercial Ski Areas and many Sno-Parks. Before you go, check current conditions and forecasts at the Northwest Avalanche Center. If you are backcountry skiing or hiking be aware of tree well and deep snow safety. 

Skiing information can be found via individual resort websites: 

• Crystal Mountain Resort
• Summit at Snoqualmie and Alpental
• Stevens Pass Ski Resort
• Mt. Baker Ski Area

Sno-Parks on Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest

You must have a valid Sno-Park Permit in your vehicle windshield in designated winter recreation areas December 1 through March 31st. 

Sno-Parks include:

• Anderson Creek Sno-Park
• Canyon Creek Sno-Park
• Finney Creek Sno-Park
• Franklin Falls Sno-Park
• Glacier Creek Sno-Park
• Salmon Ridge Sno-Park
• Segelson Creek Sno-Park

Skiing/Snowboarding

The Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest hosts four ski resorts that offer winter sports for the experienced to the novice for every age.

Snowmobiling

More than 168 miles of snowmobile trails can take you throughout the forest. Most trails are not maintained and parking is limited outside of Sno-Park lots.

Attention Snowmobiles:

• Snowmobiles are not allowed on forest roads when the roads are passable by highway vehicles.
• Snowmobiles must have a 24-inch base of snow before riding off-road within the Mt. Baker National Recreation Area to avoid resource damage.

XC Skiing/Snowshoeing

Cross-country skiers can swoosh over 119 miles of forest trails. Summit at Snoqualmie, Summit East, and Stevens Pass Ski areas provide commercial and groomed cross-country ski trails. Other Ski Routes include:

• Schweitzer Ski Route
• Big Four Area Ski Route
• Deer Creek/Kelcema Lake Ski Route
• Huckleberry Creek Ski Route

Snowshoe Programs

The Mount Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest and our partner Discover Your Northwest hosts the Snoqualmie Pass Snowshoe Program starting January through March.   All are welcome, whether it’s your first time in the snow, you are a returning guest or a seasoned snowshoer. There’s something for everyone!  To learn more about guided hikes and make a reservation, visit Discover Your Northwest.

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Anderson Creek Sno-Park

Anderson Creek Sno-Park is located in the Mount Baker/Methow region. This Sno-Park features 14 miles of motorized snowmobiling trails.  More information at Washington State Parks. Anderson Creek…

Artist Point Trailhead

Site Open

Artist Point is a scenic vista, parking lot, and trailhead at the end of the Mt. Baker Scenic Byway, Washington State Route 542. The road to Artist Point is not plowed in winter and there is no set…

Artist Ridge Trail 669

Reach this popular trail in the Heather Meadows area from the end of the Mt. Baker Scenic Byway. Along the Artist Ridge Trail patches of heather and mountain blueberries dot the landscape and you may…

Asahel Curtis Picnic Area

Site Open

Picnic along the South Fork of the Snoqualmie River in a remnant stand of old-growth forest. Enjoy views of the river from picnic tables stationed along its banks. The gentle rush of flowing water…

Barclay Lake Winter Sports Area

Site Closed

This route is suitable for intermediate skiers and snowshoers. Wind around the western edge of Baring Mountain Route following Forest Service road 6024 amidst clear cuts and second-growth forest.…

Big Four Area Ski Route

A popular area for all manner of winter recreation including snowmobiles, hikers, cross-country skiers and snowshoes. Enjoy glimpses of the South Fork Stillaguamish River as well as views of Hall…

Big Four Picnic Area & Ice Caves Trailhead

Site Open

Big Four Picnic Area & Ice Caves Trailhead provide access the Big Four Ice Caves Trail 723 and are linked by a paved 0.2 connector trail. The Big Four Picnic Area has several picnic tables and…

Canyon Creek Sno-Park

Site Closed

Canyon Creek Sno-park is located in the Mount Baker/Methow region. This Sno-park features over 30 miles of motorized, snowmobiling trails.  More information at Washington State Parks.Sno-Park…

Crystal Mountain Ski Resort

Crystal Mountain Ski Resort operates under permit with the Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest.  The U.S. Forest Service and ski resorts across Washington have worked together for decades to…

Deer Creek/Kelcema Lake Ski Route

Lower Deer Creek Road is a popular sledding and snow play area for families with young children. Intermediate or advanced snowshoers and cross-country skiers traveling further up the road eventually…