Peak Elevation
5,089 ft
1,551 m
Vertical Drop
1,589 ft
484 m
Skiable Area
1,000 ac
405 ha
Avg Snowfall
641 in
1628 cm
Lifts
8
Mt. Baker Weather Forecast
About
Mt. Baker Ski Area lies in Washington's Cascade Range at the end of State Route 542, with a base at 3,500 feet and a summit near 5,089 feet. It spreads across roughly 1,000 acres and holds the world record for season snowfall, 1,140 inches during the 1998-99 winter. It hosts the Legendary Banked Slalom and offers gate access to steep backcountry terrain.
Terrain
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Operated by Mt. Baker Ski Area, Inc.
Data validated from official sources but may be incomplete or outdated. Always verify with the resort directly.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many lifts does Mt. Baker have?
Mt. Baker has 8 ski lifts, with a combined uphill capacity of approximately 12,000 riders per hour.
What is the vertical drop at Mt. Baker?
Mt. Baker has a vertical drop of 1,589 feet (484 meters).
What is the peak elevation of Mt. Baker?
The summit of Mt. Baker sits at 5,089 feet (1,551 meters) above sea level.
How many trails does Mt. Baker have?
Mt. Baker has 31 marked trails, totaling roughly 30 miles of skiing.
How big is the skiable terrain at Mt. Baker?
Mt. Baker covers 1,000 acres (405 hectares) of skiable terrain.
Does Mt. Baker offer night skiing?
No, Mt. Baker does not offer night skiing.
Does Mt. Baker have snowmaking?
No, Mt. Baker relies on natural snowfall and does not operate snowmaking equipment.
How much snow does Mt. Baker get each year?
Mt. Baker averages around 641 inches (1628 cm) of snowfall per season.
