Crystal Mountain, Washington, is making changes to its controversial Reserve Pass program ahead of the 2026-27 ski season, lowering the introductory price and refining how the premium line-skipping product will work after a rocky debut last winter. The Reserve Pass, introduced for the 2025-26 season, allows skiers and snowboarders to access priority lift lines at select lifts during weekends and holidays. The product immediately sparked backlash among many locals and longtime passholders who viewed it as a "pay-to-play" system that clashed with traditional ski culture.
The season at the Colorado resort began on October 26, and the closing date of May 17 marks its earliest date in over a decade. Still, it has racked up an impressive 204 days over the 2025-26 season - a season that would be considered a major accomplishment for most resorts. But given the poor season the West has had this year, A-Basin's 204 days is something that should be celebrated.
Even the Midwest and East Coast have gems that rival the big mountains. Mount Bohemia offers a truly unique expert experience in Michigan with its rugged tree skiing and independent spirit. On the East Coast, Sunday River and Whiteface share the spotlight for their aggressive snowmaking and classic vertical drops. Internationally, Les Trois Vallées in France dominates with its massive scale, while Mt. Hutt took the prize in New Zealand for its steep groomers and easy access from Christchurch.
The resort is down to one run, Victor Glacier, which still has an 8-foot base, according to its mountain report. This weekend, Boyne was open for skiing on Saturday and Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Victor Glacier. The park crew set up four features at the base of the glacier and will be there until the end of the season.
Cypress Mountain sits directly north of Vancouver inside Cypress Provincial Park, and it makes absolutely no effort to hide that fact. Slopes look out over the city's high-rise skyline, the surrounding mountain ranges, and the various bodies of water winding through the region. The result is one of the most astonishing views available at any ski resort on the continent.
“I am beyond thankful and grateful to everyone who has been a part of this remarkable season,” Erik Mogensen, President and General Manager of Black Mountain Community Corporation, wrote in a press release. Mogensen, who is also the CEO of Indy Pass, acquired the New Hampshire resort in 2024. “Together, we smashed every record one could possibly find,” Mogensen added.
Valle Nevado, South America's premier ski destination and largest ski resort, will open its highly anticipated Aconcagua Ski Residences on June 19 , 2026, introducing a new level of luxury and flexibility to the resort's accommodation offerings. Perched at nearly 10,000 feet in the Andes Mountains, the Aconcagua Ski Residences offer a refined alternative to traditional hotel stays, blending the comfort and independence of fully equipped private apartments with the elevated services and amenities of a full-service resort.
Summer in the Rocky Mountains can be a magical time and Aspen Snowmass certainly delivers with endless entertainment options and four different mountain bases to explore. On Aspen Mountain, the Silver Queen Gondola delivers you to the Sundeck at 11,200 feet where you can enjoy Rocky Mountain vistas, flower-laden hiking trails, disc golf, yoga, nature programs, and live music.
Grand Targhee Resort is celebrated for its exceptionally light, dry, and abundant snowfall, making powder days a frequent sight. It offers diverse terrain ranging from cruising runs to technical chutes.
The Wildspitzbahn gondola takes skiers to the heart of the Pitztal Glacier, where pristine snow and high-altitude adventures await. The top station features Austria's highest cafeteria and offers delicious cakes as well as spectacular views of Austria's glaciers almost year-round.
The ongoing Sunday night into Monday storm across the central Andes keeps producing mainly upper-mountain snow through Monday before tapering out by Tuesday morning, April 21. A realistic near-term outcome is about 16-20 cm at Las Leñas, 9-11 cm at Valle Nevado, and lighter 5-8 cm amounts around El Colorado, La Parva, and Portillo.
Kirkwood has had a pretty solid past few days, seeing 42 inches of snow through the past 7 days, 31 of which fell in the past 48 hours. As of April 13th, Kirkwood has 5 lifts spinning with 45 of 84 trails open to skiers and snowboarders.
"Last season's pass was publicly on sale for around 30 days in total. This spring, we are down to a single day. There's a rising demand for affordable, independent, and authentic ski experiences."
