Mt. Hood Meadows

What Mt. Hood Meadows does

Mt. Hood Meadows is a privately-held year-round mountain resort operating since 1967 on Mt. Hood National Forest in Oregon under a USDA Forest Service Special Use Permit. The resort spans 2,150 skiable acres with 430 inches of annual snowfall, a 7,305 ft summit elevation, 15 km of groomed Nordic trails, and 140 acres of night skiing. Beyond alpine skiing and snowboarding, it operates a Nordic center, snowshoe tour program (ranked #2 in North America by Powder Magazine), a state-certified daycare and preschool for children ages 6 weeks to 11 years, an all-inclusive wedding venue business, corporate group sales, summer scenic chair rides, trail running events, and an Avalanche Dog Program. It maintains a Portland retail/showroom ("Meadows PDX") and a sister lodging property at Cooper Spur Mountain Resort.

Name

Mt. Hood Meadows

Legal name

Mt. Hood Meadows Resort

Website

https://skihood.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1967

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

Mt. Hood Meadows is a privately-held Oregon ski and summer resort operating since 1967 on Mt. Hood National Forest under a USDA special use permit, serving Pacific Northwest consumers with alpine skiing, Nordic, snowshoeing, weddings, daycare, and year-round events across 2,150 acres.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Ski Resort and Mountain Recreation

NAICS

Skiing Facilities (71392)

SIC

Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro primary industry

Winter Adventure & Mountain Resorts (Ski, Snowboard, Snow Activities) (THAAAAAK)

akta.pro secondary industries

Ski Areas & Lift Operations (Independent Mountains) (THAAAJAB), Nordic & Cross-Country Centers (XC Skiing, Biathlon, Snowshoe Trails) (THAAAJAE), Winter & Mountain Guides (Ski, Snowshoe, Avalanche, Ice Climbing) (THAAALAF)

Keywords

• Ski resort operations
• Alpine skiing passes
• Nordic trail recreation
• Mountain summer activities
• Winter sports resort

Headquarters

HQ city

Portland

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Season Passes: Annual and seasonal pass products including All Access, Value, Night, Beginner Progression, Five Time, and Nordic passes with tiered pricing by age group.
2. Lift Tickets: Daily lift ticket sales for alpine skiing and snowboarding, plus summer scenic chair rides.
3. Nordic & Snowshoe Activities: Track tickets and snowshoe tours at the Nordic Center with 15 kilometers of groomed trails.
4. Daycare Services: State-certified childcare for infants through age 11, including full-day, half-day, and hourly options, plus summer camps.
5. Wedding & Events: All-inclusive wedding venues, catering, and event services with custom seasonal menus.
6. Group Sales: Discounted group rates for 15+ guests including lift tickets, rentals, lessons, catering, and private group spaces.
7. RV Parking: Overnight RV camping in designated areas with permits during summer operations.
8. Food & Beverage: Paradise Grill and restaurant operations during summer and year-round lodge dining.
9. Equipment Rentals: Ski, snowboard, Nordic, and snowshoe rental equipment for various ability levels.
10. Ski & Snowboard Lessons: Group and private lessons for all abilities including alpine, Nordic, and specialty programs.
11. EV Charging: FLO Core+ Level 2 charging stations with $0.42 per kW rate and 4-hour session maximum.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Mt. Hood Meadows is a year-round mountain resort operating alpine skiing, snowboarding, Nordic skiing, and snowshoeing on 2,150 skiable acres on Mt. Hood. The company sells season passes and daily lift tickets, offers equipment rentals and lessons, and operates ancillary services including state-certified childcare, wedding venues, group sales, summer scenic chairlift rides, trail running events, EV charging, and branded merchandise through a Portland retail store and e-commerce site.

Product overview

Mt. Hood Meadows is a ski and summer resort offering a comprehensive portfolio of recreational products and services. The core offering centers on season passes (All Access, Value, Night, Beginner Progression, Five Time, Nordic, and Summer passes) and daily lift tickets for alpine skiing/snowboarding access across 2,150 skiable acres. The resort extends its value proposition through complementary services including Nordic skiing (track tickets, rentals, lessons), snowshoe tours and rentals, childcare/daycare services, mountain kids playschool, wedding venues, group sales coordination, commercial filming permits, and food service (Paradise Grill). Summer operations feature scenic chairlift rides, hiking trails, trail running events, and RV camping. The company also operates Meadows PDX, a Portland-based retail and pass pickup location, and an online retail store (skihoodstore.com) selling branded merchandise. Technology amenities include EV charging stations and live mountain webcams. The product architecture is organized around seasonal access products (winter ski passes, summer passes), activity add-ons (Nordic, snowshoe, lessons), guest services (daycare, weddings, groups), and retail/ancillary services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• All Access Pass Premium season pass providing unlimited access to all lifts any day of the season. Includes Summer lift access, Pass Exchange Program, Bonus Package eligibility, and complimentary Meadows Loyalty Rewards enrollment. Available in Adult ($1,219), Young Adult ($769), Junior ($499), and Senior ($979) tiers.
• Value Pass Season pass providing everyday access all season, with restricted access on Peak Days (valid after 1 PM on peak days). Includes Summer lift access. Adult: $759, Young Adult: $569, Junior: $369, Senior: $639.
• Night Pass Season pass valid for night operations from 4-9 PM Wednesdays through Sundays during Night Ops schedule. Includes Summer lift access and 5 discounted Summer Buddy Tickets. Priced at $249 (ages 7-74).
• Beginner Progression Pass Season pass designed for beginners including three 2-hour group lessons and $5 daily rentals. Valid on Southside lifts (Ballroom Carpet, Buttercup, Easy Rider, Daisy, and Vista) weather permitting. Includes Summer lift access. Priced at $519 for ages 4-12 and 13+.
• Five Time Pass Season pass providing 5 days of open-to-close lift access usable anytime during the season. Days cannot be transferred to other skiers or riders. Includes Summer lift access and 5 discounted Summer Buddy Tickets. Priced at $579 (ages 7-74).
• Nordic Pass Season pass providing unlimited access to the Nordic trail system featuring 15 KM of groomed and set track. Includes Summer lift access. Priced at $99.
• Summer Scenic Chair Ride Lift Tickets Day tickets for scenic chair rides on Stadium chair offering views of Mt. Hood National Forest and access to hiking trails including Timberline trail. Valid for both upload and download rides. Adult (15-74): $18, Junior (7-14): $10, ages 6 and under and 75+ free.
• Summer Season Pass Season pass for unlimited scenic chair rides throughout the summer season, with access to miles of hiking paths through Mt. Hood National Forest. Adult (15-74): $49, Junior (7-14): $39, ages 6 and under and 75+ free.
• Nordic Track Tickets Individual day access tickets to the Nordic skiing trail network with 15 kilometers of groomed trails weaving through woodlands, meadows, and Sahalie Falls.
• Nordic Lessons PSIA-AASI certified instructor-led lessons for Classic and Skate skiing. Includes group lessons, private lessons, beginner specials, consecutive week programs, youth camps, adult camps, and She Glides women-specific lessons.
• Snowshoe Tours Guided snowshoe adventures including Umbrella Falls, Sahalie Falls, Vista Tour with dinner, Illumination night tours, and Grand Falls full-day tours. Ranked #2 among top snowshoe experiences in North America by Powder Magazine.
• Daycare Services State-certified year-round childcare for infants from 6 weeks through children 11 years old. Open Monday-Thursday 8AM-4PM. Includes full-day ($89), half-day ($69), hourly ($30 with 2-hour minimum), and extended care ($10/hour) options. Summer daycare camps available. 25% sibling discount.
• Mountain Kids Playschool Preschool program for children ages 2.5-5 years old with child-led emergent curriculum embracing outdoor love and adventure. Two-day ($700/month) and four-day ($1,400/month) options following Hood River County School District calendar.
• Wedding Services All-inclusive wedding venue services with venues including Sahale Lodge and Vertical Ballroom featuring Mt. Hood views. Includes custom seasonal banquet menus, bar services, ski/snowboard packages for guests, and lodging coordination at Cooper Spur Mountain Resort. Virtual tours via VisitingMedia platform.
• Group Sales Services Group packages for 15+ guests including discounted lift tickets, rentals, lessons, lodging, catering services, and private group spaces. Coordinated by dedicated group sales team for both winter and summer operations with lodging arrangements through Cooper Spur Mountain Resort.
• Commercial Filming Commercial filming and photo shoot permit coordination services on USFS land. Includes transportation of equipment, talent and crew, catering, EMT services, and location scouting support.
• Paradise Grill Food Service Food service venue during summer operations offering menu items including schuss drinks. Open Thursday through Monday during summer season starting June 26, 2026.
• Summer RV Parking Overnight RV camping in main parking lot on weekends during summer operations. Self-contained RVs only, permits required from summer gift shop. Includes quiet hours, generator use hours, and pet policies.
• EV Charging Stations Six Level 2 EV charging stalls (3 pedestals with 2 ports each) located in main parking lot near Sahale Lodge. FLO Core+ Max chargers providing up to 6.6 kW power. Open daily 7AM-10PM during winter ops, with 4-hour session maximum at $0.42/kWh. Compatible with FLO, ChargePoint, Shell Recharge, BC Hydro, Electric Circuit, E-Charge Network, Plugshare, Ultium 360, and Ford Blue Oval networks.
• Online Retail Store E-commerce store selling Mt. Hood Meadows branded merchandise including Avy Dog collection gear, hats, apparel, stickers, and gift cards.

Quantifiable outcome

• 2,150 skiable acres with 430 inches annual snowfall
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration15 records

Feature2 records

Partnerships

18 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• ToyotacoreGTM or Marketing PartnerOfficial vehicle partner providing sponsorship for live streaming mountain cameras (Toyota Live Stream Mountain Cams) and season pass promotions. Toyota Pacific Northwest Dealers Association offers two All Access Season Passes with qualifying vehicle purchases.
• KEENcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerPresenting sponsor of Summer Trail Challenge and Wy'east Trailfest. Provides trail-running shoes and merchandise prizes for challenge winners.
• Knot SpringscoreGTM or Marketing PartnerPresenting sponsor of Summer Trail Challenge. Portland wellness social club offering massage, fitness, and hydrotherapy services.
• BrookscoreGTM or Marketing PartnerPresenting sponsor of Hood Hundred trail running event featuring 100-mile mountain trail run on Mt. Hood terrain.
• Daybreak RacingcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerEvent production partner for Hood Hundred and Wy'east Trailfest ultra and trail running events.
• Showers PassminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPortland rain gear company providing Cloudburst rain jacket and Cross Point waterproof gloves as prizes for Summer Trail Challenge.
• The North FaceminorGTM or Marketing PartnerDenver outdoor clothing/gear company providing trail-running packages and merchandise prizes including backpacks, sleeping bags, and tents for Summer Trail Challenge raffle.
• Columbia SportswearminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPortland apparel company providing hats and bags as raffle prizes for Summer Trail Challenge.
• Hood River Adopt A DogminorOthersNonprofit dog shelter in Hood River, Oregon. 100% of Tails on Trails Fun Run proceeds go directly to the organization.
• KOINminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal Portland news channel partnership for media coverage and visibility.
• Helly HansenminorGTM or Marketing PartnerOutdoor apparel partner with logo presence on website and partnerships.
• Pisten BullycoreOthersSnow grooming equipment manufacturer providing piste b张国 machines for resort trail preparation.
• Wells FargominorGTM or Marketing PartnerFinancial services partner with logo presence on website.
• RossignolminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSki equipment partner with logo presence and potential equipment partnerships.
• Imperial River CompanyminorGTM or Marketing PartnerMaupin rafting company providing two seats on half-day guided Lower Deschutes River rafting adventure as raffle prize.
• Cooper Spur Mountain ResortcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSister resort property offering lodging accommodations, dining (Crooked Tree Tavern & Grill), and additional outdoor activities. Provides lodging discounts for Meadows groups and wedding guests.
• Oregon Department of TransportationminorOthersODOT provides and sells Oregon Sno-Park permits required for parking in resort lots November through April.
• Columbia Area Transit (CAT)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPublic transit provider operating Gorge-To-Mountain Express route from Hood River to Mt. Hood Meadows, with $5 roundtrip fare or GOrge Pass options.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Mt. Bachelor: Oregon-based ski resort of comparable size (4,318 acres) operating on USFS land near Bend, OR. Direct competitor for PNW skier pass and destination visits with similar season-pass and day-ticket model.
• Timberline Lodge: Historic ski area on Mt. Hood, OR (same mountain as Meadows) operating under USFS permit with year-round skiing including the Palmer Snowfield. Direct competitor for Portland-area skiers and day visitors on the same mountain.
• Crystal Mountain Resort: Washington State ski resort (2,600 acres) operating under USFS permit near Mt. Rainier with comparable season-pass structure and Pacific Northwest skier base. Closest size and operating-model comparable in Washington.
• Summit at Snoqualmie: Pacific Northwest ski area in Washington operating on USFS land with similar lift-served terrain and Seattle-metro catchment. Comparable size and operations profile for PNW day-pass and season-pass market.
• Stevens Pass: Washington State ski resort on USFS land in the Cascade Range with comparable terrain size and PNW day-trip market overlap. Operates similar season-pass and lift-ticket revenue model.
• Schweitzer Mountain Resort: Idaho ski resort of similar size (2,900 acres) with full-service amenities including lodging, dining, and event venues. Comparable independent resort business model outside of the major destination markets.
• Cooper Spur Mountain Resort: Sister resort property providing lodging and dining for Meadows guests on Mt. Hood. Operates ski operations and accommodations in the same regional market with direct partnership integration.

Broad incumbents

• Sun Valley Resort: Iconic Idaho destination resort with full-service hotel, real estate, and year-round amenities. Larger and more destination-oriented than Meadows but comparable as a multi-season Pacific Northwest-adjacent resort.
• Boyne Resorts: Multi-resort operator (10+ North American destinations including Big Sky, Loon, Brighton) with full-service lodging and amenity portfolios. Larger-scale industry comparable for consolidated resort operations.

Regional players

• Hoodoo Ski Area: Family-owned Oregon ski area on the Santiam Pass with smaller terrain footprint (~800 acres) serving Willamette Valley day-trip market. Comparable as Oregon ski operator with regional pass overlap.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/MtHoodMeadows
• Instagraminstagram.com/mthoodmeadows
• Xx.com/HoodMeadows

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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