While winter is likely the season that many people associate with using their ski pass, a number of passes unlock a treasure trove of adventures once the snow melts. Many ski resorts and multi-resort passes offer summer perks, from scenic gondola rides and free bike park tickets to discounted activities, lodging, and more. With multi-resort passes like Ikon and Epic, it’s important to note that the summer benefits tend to kick in by purchasing a pass for the following ski season. For example, a 2024/25 pass will not roll over into the summer season, but purchasing a 2025/26 pass will unlock summer opportunities. This is all the more reason to purchase your ski pass early for the following season.
So whether you’re deciding which pass to buy for next year or looking for summer travel deals, our guide will help you decide which multi-resort pass you may want to consider for its summer perks. Additionally, we’re sharing a few individual ski resorts that offer incredible summer experiences for pass holders.
Multi-Resort Passes with Summer Perks
Ikon Pass
One of the two largest multi-resort passes, the Ikon Pass offers a number of summer benefits and access to warm-weather experiences at select resorts. Those who purchase a 2025/26 Ikon Pass will receive two free bike park tickets to use during the 2025 summer season, while Ikon Base Pass holders receive one complimentary bike park ticket. Eligible North America ski resorts include Aspen, Brighton, Killington, Loon, Mammoth, Panorama, Red Mountain, Revelstoke, Schweitzer, Snow Summit, Snow Valley, Snowbasin, Snowshoe, Solitude, Steamboat, Stratton, Sugarloaf, Sun Peaks, Sun Valley, and The Highlands.
Many resorts, like Big Bear Mountain, California, offer pass holders discounted rates of up to 20% off mountain biking tickets. Mammoth Mountain and Palisades Tahoe offer discounts on mountain bike rentals, lodging, golf, and more. At Palisades Tahoe, pass holders also get free access to informative Washoe Cultural Talks. On the East Coast, Ikon Pass holders receive discounts on mountain bike rentals at Stratton and discounted 2025 golf membership passes for select ages at Sugarbush.
The 2025/26 Ikon Pass and Ikon Base Pass also grant users free scenic chairlift or gondola rides at 16 of its Alterra destinations, including Crystal Mountain, Copper Mountain, Solitude, Steamboat, and more. Overall, the Ikon Pass has a wealth of benefits for winter and summer adventurers alike.
Epic Pass
Epic gives pass holders free summer lift and gondola access to the same Vail-owned and operated resorts included with their pass during winter. Note that this lift access excludes those with the Epic 1-7 Day Pass. Epic Pass holders also receive 20% off food, lodging, bike rentals, and rounds of golf. Be sure to check the details of where the discounts apply, as each Epic resort has slightly different offerings. Vail, for example, has free lift access to the Eagle Bahn Gondola, while Keystone and Park City guests can access lift rides for scenic views and mountain biking and enjoy 20% off rounds of golf.
In California, just north of Lake Tahoe, Northstar offers a wide-range of summer activities like ziplining, hiking, Northern California’s largest bike park, and outdoor yoga. Epic Pass holders can enjoy free scenic lift rides, golf discounts, and 20% off lodging, food, and bike rentals. On the other side of Lake Tahoe, Heavenly offers one of the most beautiful scenic gondola rides for Epic Pass holders, featuring stunning views of Lake Tahoe and the Sierra Nevada Mountains. On the East Coast, all of Epic’s resorts offer free scenic lift rides. Additionally, those heading to Mount Snow and Okemo can enjoy food, lodging, and bike rental discounts. Mount Snow also has golf discounts for pass holders.
For more recommendations and details on scenic gondola rides, check out our article here.
Power Pass
While the Power Pass is one of the newer multi-resort winter pass options, it offers some solid summer perks. Unique to the Power Pass is access to Spider Mountain Bike Park, a year-round bike resort. Power Pass and Power Pass Select holders get unlimited access to Spider Mountain Bike Park in Texas until April 30, 2026, while Power Pass Core holders can enjoy four days at the bike park. Power Pass holders who purchase a 2025/26 pass early in the spring also get two mountain biking days at Lee Canyon, Brian Head, Pajarito, and Purgatory. The Power Kids Pass offers unlimited mountain biking access to Lee Canyon, Brian Head, Pajarito, and Spider Mountain bike parks.
Additionally, the Power Pass also offers discounts for those who would rather spend their summers on the green than on the bike. The Power Pass and the Power Pass Select include two restricted free weekdays (Mondays through Thursdays) at Birdie Ranch or Bison Golf Club, both located in Show Low, Arizona. Pass holders are also eligible for 25% off golf prices for another six rounds. These pass holders also receive additional discounts on restaurants, retail, and lodging at specific resorts. Check out the Power Pass website for additional benefit details.
Individual Ski Resorts with Summer Perks
Many individual ski resorts offer their winter pass holders incredible summer benefits. Whether you’re into hiking, mountain biking, golfing, or want to take a scenic gondola ride, you can do so with your season pass at a number of ski resorts. Below are a few resorts where your season pass comes in handy during the summer. Note that this is just a sampling of ski resorts with great summer activities and benefits for pass holders.
Jackson Hole Resort, Wyoming
Jackson Hole is known for its incredible skiing, but summer here is just as spectacular. The resort has several season pass tiers, each with its own summer benefits. The premier level pass, the Peak Pass, includes a summer bike park pass, complimentary bike rental and tune, 12 evening gondola ride tickets, and access to summer sightseeing. The other Jackson Hole passes, the Grand Pass, the Grand Bypass, the Midweek Bypass, and the 10-Day passes, each have varying levels of perks. Year-round, all pass holders receive discounts on retail, dining, and lodging. See the site for additional details.
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Whitefish Mountain Resort, Montana
Whitefish, located near Glacier National Park, is a playground for outdoor adventure in Montana. Winter season pass holders get a whole host of benefits for the following summer season. Winter 2024/25 pass holders receive 50% off open activities until the end of June, free scenic lift rides, two half-off zip line tours, two half-off full-day bike park tickets, two half-off Aerial Adventure Park tickets, 20% off one bike park season pass, and 10% off dining, mountain bike rentals, and retail. Additional details for these pass benefits can be found here.
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Snowbird Resort, Utah
Summer in the Wasatch is just as beautiful and eventful as winter. Once the snow melts, fans of Snowbird Resort can take advantage of their season benefits. Summit and Kids Freeloader Pass holders get access to the Peruvian Chairlift and Scenic Tram Rides, discounts on retail, and the Woodward 2025 Summer Camp. The Flex-5 Pass also gives users a discount on summer camps. Visit the Snowbird website for additional details.
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Copper Mountain, Colorado
A 2025/26 season pass to Copper Mountain offers tons of perks for summer fun. Copper Season Pass holders can enjoy unlimited scenic chairlift rides per day, 50% off daily bike haul tickets, 50% off a bike haul season pass, 15% off drop-in sessions at the Woodward Copper Barn with full access to the facility, and $200 off Woodward overnight summer camp or $100 off Woodward day camps. Check out all the pass options for Copper here.
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Cranmore Mountain, New Hampshire
The summer benefits are alive and well on the East Coast, too. Cranmore Mountain offers 2025/26 season pass buyers deals for the upcoming summer. They have discounts on Summer Mountain Adventure Park tickets, free bike park lift tickets, bike park discounts, scenic summer chairlift rides, and additional lodging and retail discounts. Cranmore offers five season pass options, each with varying levels of summer perks. Be sure to check the pass benefit breakdown on their website before buying.
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Killington Resort, Vermont
The Beast of the East offers tons of extra for their Beast 365 Pass holders. Purchasers of the highest level pass get unlimited access to Killington and Pico Mountain. This includes unlimited bike park, golf, and Adventure Center access. They also receive 12 Summer Bring-a-Friend vouchers. Killington also has designated summer passes available for biking, golfing, gondola rides, and the Adventure Center. Visit the Killington website for more details.
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April 15, 2025
