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Mt. Spokane vs Timberline Lodge Ski Area

Mt. Spokane excels for families prioritizing family features, while Timberline Lodge Ski Area offers more terrain for diverse skill levels.

The Verdict

Mt. Spokane leads with 4 wins
Best for Families
Mt. Spokane

Family-focused experience

Best Snowfall
Timberline Lodge Ski Area

270.9" average season

Best Terrain
Timberline Lodge Ski Area

4,501' of vertical

Best Value
Mt. Spokane

$0 day pass

Easiest Access
Mt. Spokane

Most accessible

Best Village Vibe
Mt. Spokane

Pleasant base area

Mt. Spokane
Washington, United States
$$
Timberline Lodge Ski Area
Oregon, United States
$$

Family

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

Mountain

Vertical
1,962'
4,501'
Skiable Area
0 ac
0 ac
Green Runs
32%
24%
Trails
56
62
Lifts
6
12

Getting There

Airport
SEA
PDX
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

Mt. Spokane

87.2"

avg season

2024-25 season

83.9" total

96%

Timberline Lodge Ski Area

270.9"

avg season

2024-25 season

299.3" total

110%

Season Accumulation (10-Year Average)

OctNovDecJanFebMarApr
271"135"0"
Mt. Spokane
Timberline Lodge Ski Area

Key Insights

Mt. Spokane excels for families prioritizing family features, while Timberline Lodge Ski Area offers more terrain for diverse skill levels.

Key Differences

  • Mt. Spokane's beginner terrain score (6.5) exceeds Timberline Lodge Ski Area's (5.0), making it better for families prioritizing beginner runs
  • Mt. Spokane offers more terrain variety (0 acres vs 0 acres)
  • Timberline Lodge Ski Area has greater vertical drop (4,501' vs 1,962'), offering longer runs

Best For

Mt. Spokane

  • Families with first-time skiers (good beginner terrain)
  • Budget-conscious families

Timberline Lodge Ski Area

  • Budget-conscious families

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Best For

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Guides

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