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Stevens Pass Ski Area vs Willamette Pass

Stevens Pass Ski Area excels for families prioritizing family features, while Willamette Pass offers more terrain for diverse skill levels.

The Verdict

Stevens Pass Ski Area leads with 6 wins
Best for Families
Stevens Pass Ski Area

Family-focused experience

Best Snowfall
Stevens Pass Ski Area

326.9" average · Reliably deep

Best Terrain
Stevens Pass Ski Area

Impressive mountain

Best Value
Stevens Pass Ski Area

$0 day pass

Easiest Access
Stevens Pass Ski Area

Most accessible

Best Village Vibe
Stevens Pass Ski Area

Pleasant base area

Stevens Pass Ski Area
Washington, United States
$$
Willamette Pass
Oregon, United States
$$

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
1,849'
1,592'
Skiable Area
0 ac
0 ac
Green Runs
34%
20%
Trails
74
30
Lifts
14
6

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

Stevens Pass Ski Area

326.9"

avg season

2024-25 season

271.7" total

83%

Willamette Pass

245.3"

avg season

2024-25 season

313.3" total

128%

Season Accumulation (10-Year Average)

OctNovDecJanFebMarApr
327"163"0"
Stevens Pass Ski Area
Willamette Pass

Key Insights

Stevens Pass Ski Area excels for families prioritizing family features, while Willamette Pass offers more terrain for diverse skill levels.

Key Differences

  • Stevens Pass Ski Area's beginner terrain score (6.5) exceeds Willamette Pass's (5.0), making it better for families prioritizing beginner runs
  • Stevens Pass Ski Area offers more terrain variety (0 acres vs 0 acres)

Best For

Stevens Pass Ski Area

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

Willamette Pass

  • 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