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How the West Lost Its Winter: The 2025-26 US Snow Drought Explained

Michael Fulton

April 11, 2026

How the West Lost Its Winter: The 2025-26 US Snow Drought Explained

The 2025-26 ski season across the western United States wasn't just a bad year - it was the worst on record. A massive marine heat wave, a stubborn high-pressure ridge, and relentless warmth combined to destroy snowpack across eight states, force at least 69 ski resorts to close early, and wipe roughly $100 million from Vail Resorts' bottom line. Here's what happened, why it happened, and what it means for skiing's future.

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Mt Hood Meadows Closes April 12 After Latest Opening Day in 30 Years

Michael Fulton

March 29, 2026

Mt Hood Meadows Closes April 12 After Latest Opening Day in 30 Years

Mt Hood Meadows will close April 12 following a season that didn't start until December 23 - the resort's latest opening in three decades. Insufficient snow coverage has forced the early closure, with pond skim and Pride events cancelled.

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Western U.S. Ski Resorts Close Early as Warm Weather Compounds Poor Snow Season

Michael Fulton

March 21, 2026

Western U.S. Ski Resorts Close Early as Warm Weather Compounds Poor Snow Season

A heat wave hitting the western United States has forced dozens of ski resorts to close early or abandon their seasons entirely. With below-average snowpacks across the region, the warm spell has ended operations at over 40 resorts from Arizona to Montana.

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Pacific Northwest Ski Resorts Just Got Buried — March 2026 Snow Report

Michael Fulton

March 15, 2026

Pacific Northwest Ski Resorts Just Got Buried — March 2026 Snow Report

Washington's ski resorts have just received a serious dump, with several areas recording over 50cm of fresh snow in a single 24-hour period. Stevens Pass, Snoqualmie, and White Pass are all showing big numbers, and the broader Pacific Northwest — including Oregon and Montana — has copped a solid hit too. Here's what the data is showing right now.

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Michael Fulton

September 10, 2025

Mt. Bachelor Announces Northwest Lift Upgrades and New Programs for 2025-26

Mt. Bachelor plans improvements to its Northwest lift and introduces new community initiatives for the 2025-26 season, but questions remain about the true impact for skiers and riders.

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Mount Ashland, OR, Wraps Up Longest Ski Season in 30 Years

Michael Fulton

May 2, 2025

Mount Ashland's Record-Breaking 2024-25 Ski Season

Mount Ashland Ski Area concludes its longest season in three decades, with impressive snowfall and attendance figures despite early challenges.

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Mt. Hood Meadows Hosting Retirement Party For 55-Year-Old Chairlift

Michael Fulton

April 22, 2025

Mt. Hood Meadows Retires 55-Year-Old Blue Chairlift

Mt. Hood Meadows is bidding farewell to its iconic Blue Chair after 55 years of service. The resort is hosting a special event for skiers and riders to take their final rides before the chairlift's decommissioning this summer.

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Tragic Accident Claims Young Snowboarder's Life at Mount Bachelor

Michael Fulton

April 10, 2025

Tragic Accident Claims Young Snowboarder's Life at Mount Bachelor

A 13-year-old snowboarder from Washington lost his life in a collision with a tree at Mount Bachelor Ski Resort in Oregon, despite wearing a helmet.

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Michael Fulton

April 6, 2025

Mt. Bachelor to Remain Under POWDR Ownership

POWDR has decided to keep Mt. Bachelor as part of its portfolio, ending speculation about a potential sale. The company plans to invest in upgrades and introduce new pass options for the Oregon ski resort.

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Michael Fulton

December 17, 2024

Mt. Bachelor Opens Summit Chair Early: Record-Breaking Start to 2024-25 Season

Mt. Bachelor kicks off its 2024-25 season with milestone achievements, including the earliest Summit chairlift opening in over a decade. With 123 inches of snowfall already recorded and more storms approaching, the Oregon resort offers prime skiing conditions across its 2,800-acre terrain.

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