Mt. Bachelor to open for winter season on Friday, for passholders only – the earliest start in over a quarter-century
Regular season for public begins the following weekend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- Mark your calendars for Friday, because Mt. Bachelor announced Monday morning that thanks to plenty of early-season snow, it's kicking off the 2024/25 season two weeks ahead of schedule, making it the resort's earliest opening since 1998.
With over 40+ inches of early-season snowfall and more in the forecast, the resort is inviting Mt. Bachelor Passholders only to enjoy first turns this weekend, November 15-17, on Skyliner and Little Pine lifts. Nordic Passholders will also enjoy exclusive access to cross-country trails November 15-17.
All weekend long, passholders will score discounts on retail, food & beverage and more. Early season conditions will be in effect this weekend, passholders are asked to ski and ride with caution and stay on marked and open trails.
Mt. Bachelor will close on Monday, November 18 and reopen to the public the following weekend, November 22-24, with $50 lift tickets. The resort will then begin daily operations November 29. More information on specific opening weekend lift and terrain access will be provided later this week.
"I couldn’t be more excited to kick off the season with our passholders on Friday," said John Merriman, President & General Manager. "We’re thrilled to open earlier than expected, and to give our passholders a weekend to celebrate together. I want to thank our teams for making this happen, it was a big push and I’m so proud of everyone - we are ready to make this the best season yet."
To allow for pre-season routine maintenance work, the resort will be closed to public, including all uphill travel during the following dates:
- Tuesday, November 12 – Thursday, November 14
- Monday, November 18 – Thursday, November 21
- Monday, November 25 – Thursday, November 28
The resort will be open daily for the season starting Friday, November 29. The Uphill Travel Policy, which requires skiers and riders to acquire a Free Uphill Pass will go into effect this Friday.
For more information on opening weekend details, passholder benefits, and resort updates, visit www.mtbachelor.com.
