While March marks the official start of spring, as flowers start pushing through the remaining snowpack, die-hard skiers and riders know that there is still a lot of skiing to be had. Many consider spring, and especially late spring, the secret ski season, featuring bonus powder days, miles of skiable terrain, uncrowded slopes, and little to no lift lines. It’s also one of the best values of the ski season. While many of the major ski passes, like Ikon, Epic, Mountain Collective, and Indy, let you ski until the very end of the season, a number of ski resorts also offer great spring ski passes and deals. What’s more, some of the ski passes that go on sale in the spring for the following season include unlimited skiing for the last few weeks of the current season.
Keep on reading to learn about a few of the great spring ski passes at ski resorts in North America.
The Best Spring Skiing Passes
Jackson Hole, Wyoming
Located in the shadow of the Grand Tetons, Jackson Hole is an iconic destination in spring. Skiers and snowboarders who own a valid winter resort season pass anywhere (yes, anywhere) in the world can come to Jackson Hole between March 17 and April 13 and receive a 50% discount on lift tickets for what Jackson Hole calls the Golden Ticket. Lift tickets are subject to availability, as daily capacity is limited. While this isn’t a spring pass per se, it’s a screaming deal at one of North America’s top ski resorts.
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Mt. Hood Meadows, Oregon
With a solid winter base depth and frequent spring snowfall, Mt. Hood Meadows is about as good as it gets because of the long spring ski season that Mt. Hood sees. What better time to take advantage of Mt. Hood Meadows’ Spring Season Pass. This great Mt. Hood skiing deal offers a spring pass valid for nights (3 – 9 p.m.) starting February 17 and days (9 a.m. – close) starting March 10, use of Mt. Hood Meadows rental equipment for $5, and three 2-hour group lessons (available for use only when the pass is valid). Mt. Hood Meadows’ spring pass starts at $299. Other upgrades and packages are available as well.
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Sunrise Park, Arizona
Sunrise Park is the ultimate ski destination in Arizona, and their spring skiing is no exception. The Spring Pass is valid from March 1-16 for $109, with additional days added on if conditions allow for $10 per weekday and $15 Friday to Sunday. Children six and under can enjoy spring skiing for $49. Spring Pass holders also enjoy 10% off retail, food, and beverage and deals on lodging throughout the end of the season.
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Schweitzer, Idaho
We often feature Schweitzer as having one of the best spring skiing deals in North America. Schweitzer’s Spring Fling Pass has returned for another season this year. Skiers and riders can enjoy nearly a month of unrestricted access with no blackout dates from March 17 to April 13. This pass is a steal at $229 and is perfect for some end-of-season bluebird Idaho skiing. You only have to ski a couple times for the pass to pay for itself.
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Bogus Basin, Idaho
Like Schweitzer, Bogus Basin offers an unlimited, unrestricted spring season pass from mid-March until the end of the season. The pass is valid starting March 10 and can be used through closing day, which is anticipated for mid-April. Bogus Basin’s Spring Season Pass is just $139 for adults, making it one of Bogus Basin’s most affordable passes. There are discounts available for seniors, college students, military, and families. Spring passes must be purchased in person at Bogus Basin’s downtown sales office and can be picked up there or at the Simplot ticket office on the mountain.
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Monarch Mountain, Colorado
Monarch’s Wings Pass gives skiers and boarders the opportunity to slide the rest of this season and all of next season. Yes, a spring ski pass, plus a season pass for all of next season. Monarch typically closes in early- to mid-April, so this provides weeks of spring skiing in addition to skiing for next season. Passes are available to adults ($699), teens ($509), juniors ($389), and seniors ($569) for skiing at Monarch, plus partner resort benefits. The current pass includes tons of partner ski resorts across the West.
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Mt. Bachelor, Oregon
By May, most ski resorts in North America have closed for the season. However, at Mt. Bachelor, there are still weeks of skiing and riding to be had, with a ski season that often goes until about Memorial Day. Skiers and riders can enjoy nearly two full months of spring skiing conditions on Mt. Bachelor’s Alpine Spring Pass, which is valid starting April 1 until May 26. The adult pass is $350, with discounts available for youth, teens, and seniors.
Mt. Bachelor boasts that it offers the most open terrain in North America during its spring season, with all 4,323 acres of terrain scheduled to remain open through mid-April (conditions and weather permitting). Then in May, more than 1,500 acres are scheduled to remain open through Memorial Day Weekend. With the acclaimed mountain town of Bend nearby and incredible late-spring weather, Mt. Bachelor makes for a great spring ski destination.
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Killington, Vermont
The Beast of the East offers a great Spring Pass available for skiing and riding through the end of the season. The pass is good for all ages from February 22 through March 13 for $359 and March 14 to closing for $389. Killington’s spring pass is also valid at its sister ski area (down the road), Pico Mountain, through the close of its season. Killington’s Spring Pass comes with a number of benefits, including up to 40% off select lodging from March 14 through the end of the season.
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Sunshine Village and Lake Louise, Canada
Sunshine Village’s Spring Season Pass offers unlimited access to one of Canada’s top spring skiing destinations from March 8 to May 19. In addition to lift tickets, other perks include discounts on food, retail, rentals, and accommodations. Note: Goods and Services Tax (GST) cost is not included in price. Various categories and prices include adult for $660, family for $1,295, midweek for $490, youth for $360, students for $375, children for $185, and seniors for $480. Nearby, Lake Louise also has a great spring pass featuring spring skiing from March 1 to May 4, starting at $669 for adults.
While both of these spring passes are more than many of the other ski resorts on this list, they include skiing and riding for more than two months.
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Wachusett, Massachusetts
Wachusett calls its spring pass the “Rest of Season Pass”. The pass offers skiing and riding from March 3 to April 6 for just $289, meaning that it pays for itself in just three visits. Pass perks include discounts at other ski resorts and discounts for rentals, retail, and more. Bonus: Wachusett extends its hours to 7 p.m. on March 3 through closing day (hours and times may vary depending on conditions). This makes for a great spring pass for Boston residents, since Wachusett is just 60 miles from Boston.
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Crystal Mountain, Michigan
Crystal Mountain’s March Premier Pass, which is just $189, may be used for downhill skiing and snowboarding with no blackout dates from March 3 to April 6. It pays for itself just after a couple of days and offers an entire month of skiing and riding at Crystal Mountain. Children under six and adults over 80 can access the March Premier Pass for free, while junior riders aged 7 to 17 can ride for $149. Seniors between 65-79 can ride for $169.
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March 12, 2025
