Mt. Hood Meadows Ski Resort ski resort
Mt. Hood Meadows suits intermediate and advanced skiers seeking reliable Pacific Northwest snow without the crowds or price tags of coastal resorts. The 847-meter vertical and 56.7 km of groomed terrain offer solid variety across a 2227-meter summit, while good off-piste options reward adventurous skiers willing to explore beyond the marked runs. The November-to-April season is long by regional standards, and 11 lifts keep lines manageable on most days.
The resort's character is straightforward and unpretentious: a working mountain for serious skiers rather than a destination resort. At USD 180 per day, it sits at the premium end of Pacific Northwest pricing, which may sting for casual visitors or families. The base elevation of 1380 meters means early and late season snow reliability depends on weather patterns, though the extended season window helps offset this. Meadows rewards those who prioritize skiing over amenities and can tolerate a no-frills approach to mountain hospitality.
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Mt. Hood Meadows Ski Resort usually opens in November, about 1 month away
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Run Difficulty
94 runs · 57 km of piste
Cost at a Glance
Adult day pass
$180
Child day pass
-
Season pass
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Is Mt. Hood Meadows Ski Resort Right for You?
How this resort rates across different skier profiles
53% intermediate runs across 56.7km of piste
Day pass EUR 180 is 0 above the regional average of EUR 180
34% advanced runs, 847m vertical, off-piste rating 3/5
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Key facts and figures for Mt. Hood Meadows Ski Resort
Elevation
Runs
Lifts
6 quads, 1 surface
At a Glance
Quick facts about Mt. Hood Meadows Ski Resort
Elevation Profile
Summit
2,227m
vertical
847m
Base
1,380m
Snow Reliability
Resort Statistics
When to Visit
Peak season
Christmas & New Year, February half-term
Quieter times
January weekdays, late March
Where these facts come from
- Piste km, lifts, vertical drop, elevations, day pass price and season: checked by hand against the resort's official website, 8 Oct 2026.
- Runs: from map data and older sources, not yet checked against the resort.
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