The Crystal Mountain snow report for Mar 17 is a 72" base depth with 5 of 11 lifts open. Please note ski conditions and snowfall at Crystal Mountain are sourced directly from the ski resort and are only recorded during the official ski season's opening to closing dates.
Snow Reporter Comments: 3/16 5 PM Update: In light of the recent snowfall, followed by rapid warming and rain forecasted to the Summit, we are faced with a significant increasing avalanche hazard. As a result we will be suspending operations on upper mountain tomorrow, Tuesday 3/17, and will continue to assess into the week. Chinook, Forrest Queen, and Discovery will operate as scheduled.Chair 6, Rainier Express, Green Valley and the Gondola will remain closed. (This includes Scenic Gondola rides as well) Quicksilver and Gold Hills are now scheduled for tomorrow. Be aware of deep snow hazards : Ski and ride with a partner, keep them in sight, and have a plan to check in. Always ski and ride in control. Read up on Tree Well Safety here.Obey all closures and do not duck ropes.March 16: To the Crystal Community,It’s been one wild week. Seeing the way folks came together to support each other during this severe winter storm was an incredible reminder of what this mountain and community mean to all of us. We cannot thank you all enough for the patience, support, and understanding you have shown throughout it all.Behind the scenes, our teams worked tirelessly through the storm cycle. They were out from early mornings to late at night, breaking trail through waist-deep snow, clearing, plowing, and shoveling, and doing everything possible to prepare the mountain for a safe opening. Our entire staff remained on call at a moment’s notice, ready to jump in wherever they were needed. This kind of week takes an incredible amount of grit, teamwork, and dedication, and we are endlessly grateful for the people who make this mountain run.Extreme winds, wet and heavy snow, and saturated ground left a historic-level mess on Highway 410, and in many places throughout the state. We’d like to give a huge shoutout to WSDOT and PSE crews for working to clear well over a hundred downed trees, some several feet in diameter, and many of which entangled in powerlines, all up and down our only vital route to the mountain.Yesterday, we were able to reopen and welcome skiers and riders back to the mountain to make the most of this huge snowfall. Trust us—we’re as bummed as you are that we weren’t able to take full advantage of the week’s fresh snow, with so many factors at play, and safety always top of mind.On the brightside, his storm has drastically improved our base coverage to the best it's been all season. Our Summit base depth is now 109 inches and Base Area depth is 72 inches, nearly doubling it from several weeks before. While the coming week’s weather won’t do us much for favors, we’re in a much better spot to carry our season forward into the springtime with as much terrain as possible.With all the stoke in the world, thank you, and we’ll see you on the mountain.– Crystal MountainEvents:Treasure Hunt Tuesday + St Patty's Day Golden Keg Hunt is on tomorrow! Look on social stories for hints to find the goods around the mountain. $62 Tuesday is on tomorrow, and every Tuesday for the rest of season! In honor of our founding year 1962, score day tickets for just $62!Toyota Free Ski Thursday is just a couple days away! Drive your Toyota, Scion, or Lexus vehicle to Crystal Mountain on March 19, and grab one free lift ticket for the day. See Full details here. Notes for today:$199Spring 3-Day Passesare on sale now! Ski for just $67 a day, any day of the week, for the rest of the season!Looking to save time and make the most of the day? Consider grabbing a Daily Reserve Upgrade! Available on weekends and holidays, this upgrade grants access to priority lift access, getting you on the lift quicker and fresh tracks fasterDid you know it just takes 5 Days to be entered to win a 26/27 Ikon Pass? Track your days on the Ikon App and register for RIDE TO WINPaid reservations can only be cancelled by emailing SP+ at CrystalMtnParking@spplus.com with Reservation #, First Name, and Last Name. While you may not receive an immediate reply, the cancellation will be processed. The Crystal Mountain Contact Center cannot process these cancellations.In case of on-mountain emergency: Call 360-663-3064 or 911Mountain Weather 3/16/2026 4:20pmForecaster: Mike Haft Synopsis: The atmospheric rollercoaster continues to keep us on our toes. We received 52” of new snowfall since the 10th with a whole lot of associated challenges. Mother Nature doesn’t seem to be in the most forgiving mood, however. Freezing levels have skyrocketed well above the summit with afternoon Summit temps in the mid 40’s. Along with that, a weak atmospheric river has taken aim at the Pnw. Monday Night: Sky Cover: Mostly cloudy Freezing Elevation: 9500’ 12hr Precip: .15” rain Wind Trends: Moderate to Strong WSW Tuesday: Sky Cover: Mostly cloudy Freezing Elevation: 8500’ 12hr Precip: .30” rain Wind Trends: Moderate WSW Tuesday Night: Sky Cover: Mostly cloudy Freezing Elevation: 8000’ 12hr Precip: .30” rain Wind Trends: Moderate WSW Extended: Water totals are not terrible, as Big Tahoma will once again take the brunt. Avalanche hazard however, is a serious concern. Time to hunker down and let the weather and snowpack duke it out for a bit. Expect a week of drippy weather with this week's water totals hovering around the 2.25” mark by Friday. *Daily Summaries: 12hr period representing 4am-4pm or 4pm-4am data*Freezing Elevation (ft): Approximate elevation above sea level where the air temperature reaches 32 degree FUphill Travel Update: See the above banner for the current status. Please visit guest services to get your 25/26 uphill travel card. This must be renewed free of charge for the season. Uphill travel may be prohibited at any time as mountain operations teams conduct avalanche mitigation. Refer to the "No Uphill Travel" lights around the base area and the Mountain Report page indicating the status of the designated route. These lights are located by the Gondola trail map, at the bottom of Chinook, at the bottom of Discovery, and at the top of the Quicksilver lift shack. For more information about uphill travel, please visit the uphill travel page. 25/26 WINTER PROGRAMS, CLINICS, AND NECESSITIESSki and Ride School:Explore our programs and find the right fit for you.AIARE Course & Certification: Ski the backcountry with expert knowledge and certification
Crystal Mountain offers 2,600 acres of accessible terrain (2,300 acres of which are lift served). Skiers and riders will find everything from relaxed groomers to challenging advanced terrain. Expansive backcountry parallels the open boundary policy for experts.
This year-round resort offers a number of summer activities as well, including disc golf, scenic gondola rides, hiking, horseback rides, mountain biking and mountain yoga.
Where Is Crystal Mountain Ski Resort Located?
Crystal Mountain ski area is located next to Mt. Rainier National Park in the Cascade Range of Washington, less than two hours from the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport.
