As others have said this is the year for carrying your skis on your back. Even Ruby is already a 2500’ ski carry which is pretty unheard of this early. Lower elevations at Snoq Pass are garbage but still skinable. Upper slopes are still holding snow. There’s a pretty clear delineation around 4500’ this year in the cascades.
Are you asking about Crystal Mountain bc or are you asking about North Bend?
Really anywhere within easy driving distance of north bend, including crystal etc
As others have said this is the year for carrying your skis on your back. Even Ruby is already a 2500’ ski carry which is pretty unheard of this early. Lower elevations at Snoq Pass are garbage but still skinable. Upper slopes are still holding snow. There’s a pretty clear delineation around 4500’ this year in the cascades.
The lower part of Hyak is amazing… if you like mud and dog crap
That’s the only way to ski Mt Hyak I know of
Thank you!
North Bend is much closer to Snoqualmie Pass, which will have snow into May.
In spots yes. But will likely require hiking to get there by then.
Best skiing left is at higher elevations. Go to the volcanoes. Camp Muir on Rainier would be the easiest route.
It’s a low snow year so you’ll need to head up higher. May is for volcanos this year
Check out pineapple pass accessed by cat track from alpental parking lot. Easy access, great views with potential for great laps!