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High Wallowas vs Summit at Snoqualmie

Summit at Snoqualmie excels for families prioritizing family features.

The Verdict

High Wallowas leads with 4 wins
Best for Families
High Wallowas

Family-focused experience

Best Snowfall
Summit at Snoqualmie

301.2" average · Reliably deep

Best Terrain
Summit at Snoqualmie

Impressive mountain

Best Value
High Wallowas

$0 day pass

Easiest Access
High Wallowas

Most accessible

Best Village Vibe
High Wallowas

Pleasant base area

High Wallowas
Oregon, United States
$$
Summit at Snoqualmie
Washington, United States
$$

Family

Ski School Age
-
-
Full-Day Program
-
-
Beginner Terrain
6.5
6.5
Walkability
5.0
5.0
Village Vibe
5.0
5.0

Mountain

Vertical
1,640'
2,372'
Skiable Area
0 ac
0 ac
Green Runs
25%
27%
Trails
10
100
Lifts
1
20

Getting There

Airport
PDX
SEA
Drive Time
2h
2h
Road Ease
5.0
5.0

Cost

Passes
None
None
Day Pass
$0
$0
Cost Tier
Moderate
Moderate

Village

Dining
Limited
Limited
Grocery
Spa
Pool
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Snowfall Comparison

Live conditions

High Wallowas

127.1"

avg season

2024-25 season

134.7" total

106%

Summit at Snoqualmie

301.2"

avg season

2024-25 season

256.1" total

85%

Season Accumulation (10-Year Average)

OctNovDecJanFebMarApr
301"151"0"
High Wallowas
Summit at Snoqualmie

Key Insights

Summit at Snoqualmie excels for families prioritizing family features.

Key Differences

  • High Wallowas offers more terrain variety (0 acres vs 0 acres)
  • Summit at Snoqualmie has greater vertical drop (2,372' vs 1,640'), offering longer runs

Best For

High Wallowas

  • Budget-conscious families

Summit at Snoqualmie

  • Budget-conscious families

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Regions

Colorado
Utah
British Columbia

Best For

Best for Beginners
Most Walkable
Best for Toddlers

Guides

First Family Ski Trip Guide
Best Time to Go Skiing