Located only 12 miles from Wenatchee, Washington, Mission Ridge is built into a basin on the eastern side of the Cascade Mountains and known for having 300 days of sunshine annually compared to other mountains in Washington. Mission Ridge features 2,000 accessible acres with a vertical rise of 2,250 feet, and 70 designated trails serviced by seven lifts. Skiers and riders have access to groomers, chutes, bowls, and backcountry for those who prefer the more extreme.
Mission is a great laid back throwback to a bygone era. I really love the vibe at this mountian. By far the best crusing on groomed terrain in the NW. There are some steep chutes but in general expert terrain is limited. Still it is very different from other NW ski areas and a really fun locals moun…