Resort Comparison

Timberline Lodge Ski Area vs Willamette Pass

Willamette Pass excels for families prioritizing family features.

The Verdict

Timberline Lodge Ski Area leads with 6 wins
Best for Families
Timberline Lodge Ski Area

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
Timberline Lodge Ski Area

$0 day pass

Easiest Access
Timberline Lodge Ski Area

Most accessible

Best Village Vibe
Timberline Lodge Ski Area

Pleasant base area

Timberline Lodge Ski Area
Oregon, United States
$$
Willamette Pass
Oregon, United States
$$

Family

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

Mountain

Vertical
4,501'
1,592'
Skiable Area
0 ac
0 ac
Green Runs
24%
20%
Trails
62
30
Lifts
12
6

Getting There

Airport
PDX
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

Snowfall Comparison

Live conditions

Timberline Lodge Ski Area

270.9"

avg season

2024-25 season

299.3" total

110%

Willamette Pass

245.3"

avg season

2024-25 season

313.3" total

128%

Season Accumulation (10-Year Average)

OctNovDecJanFebMarApr
271"135"0"
Timberline Lodge Ski Area
Willamette Pass

Key Insights

Willamette Pass excels for families prioritizing family features.

Key Differences

  • Timberline Lodge Ski Area offers more terrain variety (0 acres vs 0 acres)
  • Timberline Lodge Ski Area has greater vertical drop (4,501' vs 1,592'), offering longer runs

Best For

Timberline Lodge Ski Area

  • Budget-conscious families

Willamette Pass

  • Budget-conscious families

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