Mt. Ashland Ski Area
Mt. Ashland Ski Area is located at the highest point in the Siskiyou Mountain Range. The Ski Area offers skiing and snowboarding on 240 acres, with 4 chair lifts and 44 runs! They have a full rental shop (which offers ski and snowboard rentals and tuning), retail shop, and ski school. The historic lodge also features a full-service cafe and bar.
The average snowfall is more than 265 inches, and this beloved heart of the local ski community has been considered the place for Local Mountain Fun since 1964!
More information, including current weather conditions, a web cam, and ticket information can be found at http://www.mtashland.com/
General Information
PARKING INFORMATION: Those venturing to Mt. Ashland Ski Area to cross-country ski or snowshoe are advised to park at the furthest end of the parking lot, both to be nearer to the trails and to avoid the congestion that can occur in the parking lot closer to the Ski Area lodge, lifts, and rental shop. CHAIN AND TRACTION TIRE REQUIREMENTS: There is more than 2,000 vertical feet of elevation gain on the road from I-5 to the Mt. Ashland Ski Area parking lot. Winter driving conditions can change rapidly in the mountains. It is recommended to carry tire chains. When you travel in winter conditions, you must carry chains or traction tires in or on your vehicle, and must use them, when required by the signs posted. For more information on Oregon’s chain and traction tire requirements, go to Oregon Department of Transportation travel web page, Tripcheck.
You must have a valid Sno–Park permit displayed near the lower left corner of the windshield of your vehicle if you park in a designated winter recreation parking area (Sno–Park) between November 1 and April 30. Oregon’s Sno–Park Program is funded entirely by the sale of Sno– Park permits. The program provides funds for snow removal in Sno–Parks and enforcement of the permit requirement. Permits are sold at all DMV offices and by permit sales agents at various resorts, sporting goods stores and other retail outlets. Sales agents may charge an additional service fee for each permit they sell. There are three types of permits:
- An annual permit ($25.00/year or $30.00 when purchased at the Mt. Ashland Ski Area)
- A 3-day permit ($9.00/year)
- A one-time, daily permit ($4.00/day or $6.00 when purchased at the Mt. Ashland Ski Area)
Getting There
Elevation
7,533 feet
Directions
Traveling North or South on I-5, take Exit 6 (near the Oregon/California border), and follow the signs 8.5 miles via the paved access road.
There is a FREE shuttle available during the open season of the Ski Area: www.mtashland.com/snowbus/
Facility and Amenity Information
Accessibility
Restrooms
Restrooms are not available at this site.
Water
Potable water is not available at this site.
