When your group spans beginners to experts, you need a mountain with real terrain variety. These 6 large resorts near Portland have at least 15% green runs for learners, 25%+ black and double-black for thrill-seekers, and over 1,000 skiable acres so everyone can spread out. The whole family skis together — just on different runs.
Top Mixed-Ability Resorts (6)
Snoqualmie
Washington, USAIkon
138 miles from the airport, 25% green and 30% expert terrain, 1,967 skiable acres.
25%
terrain variety
138 mi
Timberline Lodge
Oregon, USA
Just 46 miles away, 24% green and 42% expert terrain, 1,415 skiable acres.
24%
terrain variety
46 mi
White Pass
Washington, USA
Just 93 miles away, 20% green and 35% expert terrain, 1,500 skiable acres.
20%
terrain variety
93 mi
Mt Bachelor
Oregon, USAIkon
Just 120 miles away, 15% green and 60% expert terrain, 4,318 skiable acres.
15%
terrain variety
120 mi
Mt Baker Ski Area
Washington, USA
228 miles from the airport, 15% green and 45% expert terrain, 1,000 skiable acres.
15%
terrain variety
228 mi
Mt Hood Meadows
Oregon, USAIkon
Just 49 miles away, 15% green and 35% expert terrain, 2,150 skiable acres.
15%
terrain variety
49 mi
Quick Comparison
| Resort | Distance | terrain variety | Beginner | Walkability | Day Pass |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Snoqualmie | 138 mi | 25% | 8.0 | 6.5 | $99 |
| Timberline Lodge | 46 mi | 24% | 7.0 | 8.0 | $99 |
| White Pass | 93 mi | 20% | 7.5 | 6.5 | $69 |
| Mt Bachelor | 120 mi | 15% | 7.5 | 5.0 | $169 |
| Mt Baker Ski Area | 228 mi | 15% | 6.0 | 5.0 | $89 |
| Mt Hood Meadows | 49 mi | 15% | 7.5 | 6.5 | $139 |