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New Sessel Triple Chairlift
Apr 10
A brand new Doppelmayr triple chairlift will be installed this summer to replace the existing Sessel chair at Alpental. The new lift will open winter 2023-24. -
2022-23 Opening Day Announced
Nov 30, 2022
The Summit at Snoqualmie will open for the 22/23 winter season on December 2, 2022 at Summit West. Opening day is for Summit and Ikon passholders only. -
Hidden Valley Chair Sale
Nov 3, 2022
Don't miss your chance to own a chair from our old Hidden Valley Riblet lift and support three youth-first organizations in our community. -
New Online Store & Rewards Program
Sep 19, 2022
Information and frequently asked questions about our new online store and new participation in Boyne Rewards. -
Summit Bike Park Opening Announced
Aug 6, 2022
We plan to open The Summit Bike Park August 26! Soon you'll be making lift-served mountain bike laps at your home mountain! -
2021-22 Season Highlight Video
May 4, 2022
Cheers to another memorable season at The Summit! We’re sad to see it end, but so thankful for the joy it delivered. Watch the 21/22 season highlights video. -
2022 Closing Weekend at The Summit
Apr 24, 2022
All the important details about 2022 closing weekend at Summit Central & Alpental, including Alpental operations on Friday and Summit passholders only on Sunday. -
Operational Updates: Extended I-90 Closure
Jan 7, 2022
Operational Updates: Extended I-90 Closure. Updates from closures in late December and early January -
2021-22 Early Season Updates
Dec 20, 2021
Check in on this Summit Source entry for operational updates as we open up more terrain and activities for the 2021-22 season -
2021-22 Opening Day Announced
Dec 11, 2021
Passholders rejoice! We are very excited to announce that The Summit at Snoqualmie will open for the winter season to passholders on Tuesday, December 14th, 2021. -
Bike Park Trail Building Update: Aug. 2021
Aug 10, 2021
Construction continues! The trail crew is working hard to complete multiple trails in the Summit Bike Park this summer. -
2021 Summer Update
Jun 9, 2021
We're opening for scenic chairlift rides at Summit West this summer. Plus the latest news on the Mountain Bike Park. -
2020-21 Season Highlight Video
May 4, 2021
More than any season before it, it’s hard to believe this one has come to an end. Thanks to you, our staff, and our community. -
2021 Closing Weekend at Alpental
Apr 21, 2021
Get all the important details about the long closing weekend at Alpental. Reservations will be required for Saturday & Sunday. -
Spring Ops Update: Nights, Alpental, Spring Break & More
Mar 21, 2021
Operations have been extended at several areas this spring. Get the latest updates on Alpental, Summit East, Summit Central & Spring Break. -
Alpental Winch Snow Cat Mission
Mar 11, 2021
This hasn't happened in 15 years. Digging out the top of Alpental with a Winch Snow Cat. -
February Snowfall: Biggest In Two Decades
Mar 1, 2021
February was one for the record books, the snow just keep stacking up! Watch the highlight video and checkout the stats. -
Summit Tubing Center Snowmaking
Jan 28, 2021
Snowmaking is here at the Summit Tubing Center, this will allow us to open more tubing lanes earlier. -
COVID-19: Mask Policy Update
Jan 15, 2021
Masks are required no exceptions, new enforcement tactics and consequences for non-compliance now being used at The Summit. -
Summit East Opening Jan. 2, 2021
Dec 31, 2020
We know many of you have been looking forward to taking some turns at Summit East! Well, It's opening starting Jan 2nd. -
Operations and Ticket Updates - Dec. 13, 2020
Dec 13, 2020
The latest operations update and lift ticket sales information. -
Lex Test Page
Dec 10, 2020
Lex Test Page - Snow stories blah blah blah -
A Message To Our Valued Guests: Recent Store Problems
Dec 2, 2020
We are truly sorry about the frustrations and outcomes experienced by so many while trying to purchase passes. -
It's Time! 2020-21 Opening Day Announced
Dec 1, 2020
Opening day has arrived! We are very excited to announce that The Summit at Snoqualmie will open for the winter season on Friday, December 4th, 2020. -
20/21 Season Opener Outlook
Nov 24, 2020
The latest outlook on opening for the 20/21 winter season, plus season pass information. -
New For 2021-22 & Season Outlook
Nov 24, 2020
The latest outlook on opening for the 20/21 winter season, plus season pass information. -
What To Expect: Winter During COVID-19
Nov 10, 2020
Our thirteen point guide to winter at your home mountain during COVID-19. -
Winter 2020-21 Update
Sep 3, 2020
Get the latest updates and information about this upcoming winter season at your home mountain. -
Mountain Bike Park: 2020 Summer Update
Aug 27, 2020
Progress on the park: Crews have resumed digging on Summit land. Take a look at the trail work and get the latest update. -
A Letter From Our General Manager
Jun 7, 2020
Reflections on recent events from Guy Lawrence, General Manager at The Summit at Snoqualmie. -
20/21 Season Pass Update
May 13, 2020
20/21 Summit season passes are on sale! Featuring the new Worry-Free Winter Assurance, Passholder Loyalty Discounts, & extended deadline! -
2019-20 Season Highlight Video
Apr 8, 2020
The 2019-20 Season was a lot of fun while it lasted, take a look at some of the best parts! -
COVID-19 UPDATE: To Our Passholders
Mar 27, 2020
A message to our passholders from the General Manager. -
COVID-19 UPDATE: Suspended Operations
Mar 15, 2020
Operations at The Summit have been suspended until further notice, starting end of day March 15, 2020 -
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update
Mar 14, 2020
Learn more about our operations and event plans during the COVID-19 outbreak. We're committed to providing a fun and safe outdoor escape... -
Video: 6 Feet In 5 days
Jan 16, 2020
We're now at over 125% of our normal snowpack thanks to the massive storm cycle. As you might imagine, conditions have been all-time! -
Alpental To Open Jan. 4, 2020
Jan 4, 2020
Fresh snowfall today and a lot of work from our crew on the mountain means we have good news! Alpental will open Sunday 11AM-4PM with advanced to expert terrain/conditions only. -
Terrain Parks Update: 2019-20
Dec 24, 2019
We're thrilled to announce exciting new updates to our terrain parks for the 2019-2020 season. -
Summit Central Opening
Dec 19, 2019
More snow means more terrain! Summit Central will open for the season with limited operations Friday, Dec. 20. Plus, Wildside is now open! -
Opening Day Recap & Ops Update
Dec 15, 2019
Opening day sure was one to remember! Watch the video recap and learn about more the coming week's operations at The Summit, including what areas we plan to open. -
Let's Go! Opening For The 2019-20 Season
Dec 14, 2019
Opening day has arrived! We are very excited to announce that The Summit at Snoqualmie will open (limited ops) for the winter season on Sunday December 15th, 2019. -
Summit Mountain Bike Park: Winter Update
Dec 6, 2019
The snow has begun to fall and trail work will come to an end for the summer, but there's a lot more going on in the background this winter. -
Holiday Quad Chair Update: Passed The Test
Dec 6, 2019
We’re excited to share that the Holiday Quad Chair has been load tested and will be ready to load when Summit Central opens. -
More Upgrades & Updates For Winter 19-20
Nov 22, 2019
There's more than just a new chairlift at Summit Central coming for this winter! Learn more about all the additional improvements and upgrades coming to The Summit this winter. -
Holiday Quad Project Update: Assembled
Oct 25, 2019
We’re excited to share that the Holiday Quad Chair Project recently hit another milestone and is even closer to completion! -
Summit Mountain Bike Park: Fall Update
Oct 4, 2019
We've hit a huge milestone with The Summit Mountain Bike Park project! The USFS and Summit have made the project public. -
First Snow at Alpental Fall 2019
Sep 30, 2019
Praise Ullr! Black Friday turned into white Friday as the first big winter storm of the season just dropped 4-10" of fresh snow at The Summit and Alpental. -
Holiday Quad Project Update: Towers & Terminals
Sep 30, 2019
Lift towers have been bolted down, bottom and top terminals have been installed, and the construction crew is pushing full-steam ahead. -
Summit Mountain Bike Park: Construction Update
Sep 6, 2019
Trail builders from Evergreen Mountain Bike Alliance have been working hard on two trails on Summit property this summer. -
Holiday Quad Project Update: Assembly Begins!
Aug 30, 2019
Dirt and concrete work is complete and the Dopplemayr crew is about to begin assembly of the all-new quad chair at Summit Central. -
Summit Mountain Bike Park Update
May 8, 2019
New mountain bike park will operate out of Silver Fir and partnership with Evergreen Mountain Bike Alliance to continue with ground breaking this summer. -
2018-19 Season Recap & Video
Apr 28, 2019
The 2018-19 Season Recap. Mother Nature provided us with another wonderful season, we would like to thank all of our passholders, guests, and staff! -
Closing Weekend 2019
Apr 23, 2019
Mother Nature delivered a pretty incredible winter this season and it's time to look back on the good times and celebrate! -
Alpy Park 2019: Final Weekend
Apr 23, 2019
Let's send it through closing weekend! Come grab some airtime at Alpy Park on St. Bernard! -
Weekend Update: April 20-21, 2019
Apr 17, 2019
It's not over yet! Spring skiing continues at Alpental with blue skies, soft snow, music, discounted tickets, jumps, and fun Easter activities for all ages. -
Alpy Park 2019: New Zone
Apr 12, 2019
The shred never ends! Come check out the new flow zone on St. Bernard this spring. We'll have new features each weekend, for your sending pleasure. -
Weekend Update: April 13-14, 2019
Apr 11, 2019
The spring skiing continues at Alpental with live music, discounted lift tickets, jumps, and general awesomeness... even snow! -
New Quad Chairlift To Replace Holiday
Apr 5, 2019
A brand new Dopplemayr four-person chair will be installed this summer to replace the existing Holiday Chair at Summit Central for Winter 2019-20. -
April 2019 Ops Update
Apr 5, 2019
Summit Central will close for the season after April 7, 2019, but Alpental will continue to serve up classic PNW spring skiing and good times! -
2021 Alpental Freeride Open Recap & Results
Mar 23 - 24 2019
Full recap with photos and results of the seventh annual Alpental Freeride Open. An IFSA Junior Regional freeride event held on Chair 2. -
Passholder Highlights
Feb 20, 2019
A look into the Summit at Snoqualmie community. We take a look into the lives of passholders, visitors, and employees that all experience this amazing mountain in their own unique way. -
Record-Breaking Snowfall
Feb 15, 2019
Record-breaking snowfall at The Summit at Snoqualmie during Feburary 2019. -
Terrain Based Learning™
Jan 31, 2019
Terrain Based Learning™ at The Summit at Snoqualmie for 2018-19 season. -
The Pro Perspective: Who Needs Boundaries?
Jan 23, 2019
The ins and outs of boundaries, access gets, and why poaching not only puts your safety at risk, but can cause delays in terrain opening. -
Silver Fir Opening For Night Skiing
Jan 14, 2019
Night skiing at Silver Fir to offically open on Friday, January 18 2019. Over 160 lights installed on trails at Silver Fir will provide nearly 60 more acres of terrain for skiers and snowboarders. -
New Trail Maps Made Of Stone
Jan 12, 2019
New Summit at Snoqualmie Trail Maps made out of eco-friendly stone paper. -
Make Turns In Mountaineers This Winter
Dec 28, 2018
Mountaineers, the area between Summit West and Summit Central, is now open to the public. -
Two New PistenBully Snow Groomers
Dec 28, 2018
The Summit has two new groomers from PistenBully. -
December Operations Update
Dec 21, 2018
We're excited to announce that Alpental will be opening this Satuday, December 22. -
Let the 2018-2019 Season Begin
Dec 10, 2018
Welcome the 2018-19 Season! We are very excited to announce that The Summit at Snoqualmie will open for the winter season on Friday December 14th, 2018. -
Battle In The Boneyard 2018 Recap
Dec 3, 2018
All of our diehard locals proved once again that lifts don't have to be spinning to have a real good time! Check out the photos & video from this year's preseason session. -
First Big Snow Of 2018-19 Season
Nov 23, 2018
Praise Ullr! Black Friday turned into white Friday as the first big winter storm of the season just dropped 4-10" of fresh snow at The Summit and Alpental. -
Season Continues at Alpental
Apr 17, 2018
The season has come to an end at Summit Central, but the good times will slide on at Alpental! -
New Crossover: West to Central
Mar 5, 2018
A new crossover from West to Central provides true intermediate access for skiers and snowboarders. -
East Park Open
Jan 31, 2018
East Park is now open and firing every weekend! -
More Terrain For Early December
Dec 5, 2017
Summit Central and Alpental will open for the season on December 9, 2017 with all the usual lifts. -
2017-18 Opening Weekend
Dec 4, 2017
Summit West opened for the 2017-18 season. -
Let the 2017-18 Season Begin
Nov 30, 2017
The Summit at Snoqualmie will open for the 2017-2018 winter season on December 2, 2017. -
2016-17 Summit West Opening Day
Dec 7, 2016
Summit West opened for the 2016-17 ski season with amazing conditions. -
Summit Update: A Base is Building
Nov 28, 2016
Yesterday's storm brought 7-8" of new snow to the bases of Summit West and Alpental. -
Trail Dedicated to Sarrah Powers
Jan 14, 2016
Trail at Summit East dedicated to local skier, Sarrah Powers. -
Rampart Quad Now Open
Jan 2, 2016
Rampart Quad at Summit East is now open! -
Rampart Quad Load Test
Jan 8, 2015
Summit East's new quad was tested yesterday to make sure it can operate as expected under a full load.