We are thrilled to share that the 2024/25 season at Mission Ridge will officially kick off on Saturday, November 23rd. This pre-Thanksgiving opening marks the 12th time in 13 years we’ve been able to launch our season on or before the holiday weekend. It’s a reflection of our dedication to providing early-season access for skiers and snowboarders. To start the season, we’ll have Chair 1, The Wenatchee Express (Chair 2), and Chair 3 operating from 9 am to 4 pm on both Saturday and Sunday. As conditions permit, we’ll open additional chairlifts and terrain in the coming days.
The early November snowfall gave us a much-needed boost, but the real credit goes to our snowmaking team, who made the most of every opportunity despite challenging weather conditions. Their relentless efforts, combined with the hard work of all our mountain crews, have once again allowed us to welcome you back to the slopes before Thanksgiving. It’s something we don’t take for granted and are proud to offer to our community.
All resort services will be open, including the Chair 5 Pub, Ka-Wham Cafe, and Midway Lodge, offering early-season menus to keep you fueled for a day on the mountain.
We’re also continuing our tradition of honoring local heroes through the Firefighter and Emergency Personnel Appreciation program. From opening day through December 15th, we’re inviting Firefighters, EMTs, and Law Enforcement professionals—including 2024 seasonal personnel—to enjoy free skiing and riding as a thank-you for their service.
Looking ahead to opening day, the weather forecast calls for a 40 percent chance of snow with mostly cloudy skies and a high near 22 degrees. It’s shaping up to be a fantastic start to the season, and we couldn’t be more excited to welcome you back to The Ridge.
See you on the mountain!
Operations Info
Forecast
Saturday 11/23 – Partly sunny, with a 30% chance of snow and a high near 24.
Sunday 11/24 – Mostly cloudy, with a 20% chance of snow and a high near 21.
Mountain Operations
11/23 – OPENING DAY Open 9am-4pm
11/24 – OPEN 9am-4pm
11/25-11/28 – CLOSED
Lift Status*
11/23 – Chair 1, Wenatchee Express (Chair 2), Chair 3
11/24 – Chair 1, Wenatchee Express (Chair 2), Chair 3
*Chairs scheduled for operation. Chair configuration may change at any time. Additional chairs will open as conditions permit.
Terrain**
Early season conditions exist. Low coverage in places. Please stay on open runs and respect all rope lines/trail closures as they are there for your safety.
11/23 – Mimi, Tumwater, Sunspot, Kiwa
11/24 – Mimi, Tumwater, Sunspot, Kiwa
**Anticipated open runs. Run status may change at any time. Additional terrain will open as conditions permit.
Base Area Operations
Season Pass/Ticket Office
OPEN at 8am each day.
Early Season Prices for Chair 1, The Wenatchee Express (Chair 2), and Chair 3: Day tickets are $79 for ages 25-69, $69 for ages 18-24, $59 for ages 13-17, $49 for ages 8-12, $9 for ages 7 & under and $19 for ages 70+ for tickets purchased in advance and online to reflect the limited opening of chairlifts and terrain.
Powder Alliance visits will be accepted.
Indy Pass visits will be accepted.
Food Service
Chair 5 Pub – OPEN 8am-4:30pm with early season menu.
Ka-Wham Cafe – OPEN 8am-4:30pm with early season menu.
Midway Lodge – OPEN with early season menu.
Rental Shop
OPEN 8am-4:30pm
Retail Shop
OPEN 8am-4:30pm
Ski School
OPEN 8am-4:30pm
For lesson availability, CLICK HERE.
Calendar
For the full, planned operations calendar CLICK HERE.
- 11/23 – OPENING DAY Open 9am-4pm
- 11/24 – OPEN 9am-4pm
- 11/25 – CLOSED
- 11/26 – CLOSED
- 11/27 – CLOSED
- 11/28 – CLOSED
- 11/29 – OPEN 9am-4pm
- 11/30 – OPEN 9am-4pm
- 12/1 – OPEN 9am-4pm
- 12/2 – 12/5 – CLOSED
Uphill Policy
11/20 Update: Winch cat operations are underway on the mountain and will be marked with signs. Stay far away!!! EXTREME DANGER. Runs undergoing winch cat operations are CLOSED to uphill and downhill travel.
Modified uphill policy for pre-season/early-season conditions in effect.
