The Crystal Mountain snow report for Apr 01 is a 42" base depth with 8 of 11 lifts open. Please note ski conditions and snowfall at Crystal Mountain are sourced directly from the ski resort and are only recorded during the official ski season's opening to closing dates.
Snow Reporter Comments: 4/1/26 3:00PM Update:Good afternoon Crystal Mountain! Mother Nature showed up early this morning with the start of a little refresh of snow. Temperatures warmed slightly but the snow has continued all day. The groomers were firm at first then became a bit softer. That said, coverage is quite good in our open terrain and continued snowfall should keep improving off-piste conditions. This snowfall is expected to continue into the night. Make sure to do those snow dances and join us tomorrow for some refreshed turns! IMPORTANT UPDATE: Expect variable chairlift speeds today as we test a new approach to power delivery: TurboPup EcoBoost™. This groundbreaking development in drivetrain technology enables us to harness the power of our very own Crystal Mountain Avalanche Dogs to propel chairlifts in the event of mainline power loss. Using a proprietary gear ratio and a boatload of dog treats, one single avalanche dog has the ability to run a lift for an entire hour while we troubleshoot. Yes, our dogs really are that strong... April Fool's! Terrain Parks: Discovery Park, Sudden Drop and Arwine's Jump Line are all open today.Today marks the first day of Kid's Ski Free. Hit the slopes with the whole family. From April 1st-19th, kids under 12 ski for free. Plan your spring adventure today! After our regular closing date of April 19, we are announcing a bonus weekend of skiing and riding, Saturday and Sunday, April 25-26. Operations for Green Valley Express are scheduled from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., with up-and-down service via the Mount Rainier Gondola. More lifts and terrain may be available as conditions allow. All valid passes are available for use during this weekend, including new 26/27 full Ikon Pass purchasers. Day tickets, scenic gondola tickets, and rentals will be available, along with dining at the Summit House. Events:Midday at Midway - April 4: From 1-3pm fuel up, rock out and snag free swag at the mountain’s biggest, best and only midday party! Slide into the Midway Yurt, your snack HQ, and fuel up, because this DJ is spinning tracks that hit harder than Smells Like Teen Spirit trending on TikTok. Bikini Downhill-April 11:The galaxy’s most outrageous springtime tradition is back. Across the snowy expanse of Crystal Mountain, brave spring skiers and riders will unite to defy the cold and embrace the sunshine in a race like no other. 1st place winners take home a 26/27 Ikon Pass, registration is open!Pond Skim-April 18: Grab a cold one and catch all of the action as passionate skiers and snowboarders brave the Cascade chill of the pond skim waters and try to impress our judges with their best skim, costume, and splash in hopes of winning a 26/27 Ikon Pass.Mt.Rainier Berm Brawl Banked Slalom April 25 +26:Get ready to drop into the Mt. Rainier Berm Brawl for a one-of-a-kind banked slalom at Crystal Mountain. This all-ages snowboard event is packed with high-speed action, sick prizes, and good vibes on the slopes. Whether you're racing for the podium or just here for the party, it's time to carve into spring and send it. Register today!Notes for today:$199Spring 3-Day Passesare on sale now! Ski for just $67 a day, any day of the week, for the rest of the season! Kid's Ski Free until April 19th! Hit the slopes with the whole family. Plan your spring adventure today! This weekend, March 28th-29th, will be the last weekend Parking Reservations are required. The last day for the Crystal Express Shuttle service will be Sunday March 29th. Don't forget to check out Crystal Mountain Outfitters for their Spring Sale going on right now! Save up to 50% on all 25-26 winter items. (Some exclusions may apply) Swing by Brand X andcheck out all this year's demos for sale at a great price! Did you know it just takes 5 Days to be entered to win a 26/27 Ikon Pass? Track your days on the Ikon App and register for RIDE TO WINPaid reservations can only be cancelled by emailing SP+ at CrystalMtnParking@spplus.com with Reservation #, First Name, and Last Name. While you may not receive an immediate reply, the cancellation will be processed. The Crystal Mountain Contact Center cannot process these cancellations. Parking refunds for guests who paid for parking reservations March 14 & 15 are expected to be completed through SP+ by March 31st. No email is necessary. In case of on-mountain emergency: Call 360-663-3064 or 911 Mountain Weather 4/1/2026 4:20pmForecaster: Morgan McGonagle Synopsis: April 1st has definitely fooled us today with some of the more classic wet PNW snow we’ve seen all season. Light precipitation will continue into the early evening as freezing levels drop down to around 3500’, bringing us right back into winter. The southerly nature of this storm is favorable to receiving a few more inches of snow before precipitation tapers off and winds die down later tonight. As the low-pressure system shifts inland on Thursday, there’s potential for wrap around moisture to tickle us with additional snow flurries. Generally, conditions will be drier and cooler on Thursday and into Thursday night as a high-pressure ridge builds back up over the region.Wednesday Night: Sky Cover: Cloudy w/ snow showersFreezing Elevation: Decreasing to 3500’12hr Precip: 2-4” possibleWind Trends: Moderate SW with Strong gusts decreasingThursday: Sky Cover: Mostly CloudyFreezing Elevation: 3000’12hr Precip: Trace of snow possibleWind Trends: Moderate WThursday Night: Sky Cover: Mostly CloudyFreezing Elevation: 4000’12hr Precip: Little to noneWind Trends: Light to moderate W Extended: High pressure expands into the region on Friday. Freezing levels will start out around 3500’ feet and steadily rise, reaching their peak of 10,000’ midday on Saturday. We can expect balmy temps and mostly clear skies through the weekend. *Daily Summaries: 12hr period representing 4am-4pm or 4pm-4am data*Freezing Elevation (ft): Approximate elevation above sea level where the air temperature reaches 32 degree F Uphill Travel Update: See the above banner for the current status. Please visit guest services to get your 25/26 uphill travel card. This must be renewed free of charge for the season. Uphill travel may be prohibited at any time as mountain operations teams conduct avalanche mitigation. Refer to the "No Uphill Travel" lights around the base area and the Mountain Report page indicating the status of the designated route. These lights are located by the Gondola trail map, at the bottom of Chinook, at the bottom of Discovery, and at the top of the Quicksilver lift shack. For more information about uphill travel, please visit the uphill travel page. 25/26 WINTER PROGRAMS, CLINICS, AND NECESSITIES Ski and Ride School:Explore our programs and find the right fit for you. AIARE Course & Certification: Ski the backcountry with expert knowledge and certification
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Crystal Mountain offers 2,600 acres of accessible terrain (2,300 acres of which are lift served). Skiers and riders will find everything from relaxed groomers to challenging advanced terrain. Expansive backcountry parallels the open boundary policy for experts.
This year-round resort offers a number of summer activities as well, including disc golf, scenic gondola rides, hiking, horseback rides, mountain biking and mountain yoga.
Where Is Crystal Mountain Ski Resort Located?
Crystal Mountain ski area is located next to Mt. Rainier National Park in the Cascade Range of Washington, less than two hours from the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport.
