49 Degrees North

49 Degrees North

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At 5,774 feet elevation, 49 Degrees North Mountain Resort spans across 2,325 acres of diverse terrain on Chewelah Peak. With seven distinct basins and extensive gladed areas, this northeastern Washington gem offers room to explore without the crowds. The mountain's layout naturally separates skiers of different abilities, creating comfortable zones for everyone from first-timers to expert powder seekers.

Live 49 Degrees North Webcams

Summit Cam

Every 10 minutes
Elevation: 1760m / 5774ft

Positioned at the highest point of 49 Degrees North ski resort, this webcam delivers expansive views across the seven distinct basins and surrounding Colville National Forest. The 49 Degrees North web cam captures the full scope of this northeastern Washington gem.

The mountain's seven lifts provide access to varied terrain across Chewelah Peak. The Northern Spirit Express, a high-speed quad, efficiently delivers skiers to the summit's expansive views and varied runs. Our lift network thoughtfully connects the mountain's seven basins, while two dedicated beginner lifts create ideal learning environments away from higher-speed traffic. The Angel Peak Express opens up extensive terrain with countless powder stashes and gladed runs.

49 Degrees North Lift System
Total Ski Lifts = 7
Quad Chair
1
Quad Chair
Triple Chair
5
Triple Chair
Surface Lift
1
Surface Lift

49 Degrees North Resort Elevation

5774ft1760mResort Summit1850ft564mVertical Drop3924ft1196mResort Base
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Trails

Total Runs

89

Total Area

2325 ac

940.9 ha

Difficulty Distribution

Beginner
30%
Intermediate
40%
Advanced
26%
Expert
4%
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Location

Located in northeastern Washington, 49 Degrees North sits just 10 miles from the historic town of Chewelah and about an hour north of Spokane. The drive through the Colville National Forest sets the mood for a true mountain experience. The resort's position on the eastern slope of the Cascades often means better weather and lighter, drier snow than its western Washington counterparts. This accessible yet uncrowded location makes it a favorite among locals and visitors seeking authentic mountain adventure.

49 Degrees North

, washington

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Season Info

49 Degrees North typically operates from late November through early April, capitalizing on northern Washington's reliable snowfall. The area receives an average of 300 inches of annual snowfall, with the mountain's northern location helping preserve snow quality throughout the season. Winter brings legendary powder days, while spring offers sun-soaked skiing with views stretching across the Colville National Forest to the Selkirk Mountains.

Current Season

2024 - 2025

Opening Day

1/1/1970

Closing Day

4/13/2025

Days Open

20192

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Annual Snowfall

Metric

5.82m

582cm

Imperial

19.1ft

229in

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