Mt. Spokane Ski & Snowboard Park

Name

Mt. Spokane Ski & Snowboard Park

Legal name

Mt. Spokane Ski & Snowboard Park

Website

https://mtspokane.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1938

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Alpine Ski Resort and Winter Recreation Services

NAICS

Skiing Facilities (71392), Skiing Facilities (713920), Recreational Goods Rental (532284)

SIC

Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900), Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997)

akta.pro primary industry

Ski Areas & Lift Operations (Independent Mountains) (THAAAJAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Winter Equipment Rental, Demo & Repair (Skis/Boards/Boots, Tuning) (THAAAJAH), Ski & Snowboard Schools (Instruction & Coaching) (THAAAJAC), Snow Tubing, Sledding & Winter Fun Parks (THAAAJAG), Winter & Mountain Guides (Ski, Snowshoe, Avalanche, Ice Climbing) (THAAALAF)

Keywords

• Ski resort operations
• Winter recreation services
• Ski and snowboard lessons
• Lift ticket sales
• Nonprofit alpine sports

Headquarters

HQ city

Mead

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

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: Full-season and restricted passes offering unlimited access to the mountain with perks including buddy discounts and reciprocal resort benefits
2. Lift Tickets: Daily lift tickets sold at window and online with tiered pricing by age, day type, and time of day (day/night)
3. Ski School & Lessons: Group lessons, private lessons, multiweek programs, holiday camps, and specialty clinics for skiing and snowboarding instruction
4. Equipment Rentals: Ski and snowboard rental packages including equipment, boots, poles, helmets plus repair services
5. Snow Tubing: 400ft tubing slope with 90-minute sessions and tow rope access
6. Food & Beverage: On-mountain dining including Vista House, No-Li Mountain Taphouse, Foggy Bottom Lounge, and cafeteria services with beer, wine, and food sales
7. Events & Weddings: Private event rentals including weddings, corporate events, and celebrations at ski lodges and Vista House venue
8. Retail & Merchandise: On-mountain retail shop selling merchandise, accessories, and supplies
9. Corporate Passes: Transferable corporate season passes with buddy ticket benefits
10. Gift Cards: Gift cards valid for most products and services including food, rentals, lessons, tickets, and passes

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Mt. Spokane Ski & Snowboard Park operates a nonprofit alpine ski and snowboard resort spanning 1,700+ acres with six chairlifts and 53 runs. Its primary commercial offerings are season passes and lift tickets (day and night) for skiing and snowboarding, supported by ski and snowboard instruction, equipment rentals and repair, snow tubing, on-mountain food and beverage, terrain park access, weddings and private event rentals, and summer day camps.

Product overview

Mt. Spokane Ski & Snowboard Park is a nonprofit regional ski area offering a comprehensive winter recreation portfolio built around six chairlifts, over 1,700 acres of terrain, and 52-53 runs. The core products are Season Passes and Lift Tickets providing access to alpine skiing and snowboarding. These are complemented by the Ski & Ride School offering group lessons, private lessons, and structured Multiweek Programs and Holiday Camps for progressive skill development across all ages and abilities. Equipment services include Rentals & Repair with Rossignol skis and demo boards. The terrain park with 20+ features and the Northwest's largest night skiing operation provide advanced recreation options. Summer operations include Adventure Day Camps and Mountain Bike Skills Camps. Additional offerings include Snow Tubing, corporate event hosting, weddings, gift cards, and the Corporate Transferable Pass. The resort partners with Mt. Spokane Ski Patrol, Ski Race Team, Adaptive Ski Program, Nordic Ski Association, and various reciprocal resort partners for comprehensive community recreation services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Season Passes Full-mountain access season passes offering unlimited skiing and snowboarding throughout the winter season with perks including free night skiing, buddy discounts ($15 off lift tickets), and reciprocal resort benefits at 20+ partner mountains through the Freedom Pass network.
• Lift Tickets Daily and night lift tickets available for day and night skiing across six chairlifts and terrain for all skill levels, with tiered pricing by age (Adult 18-59, Youth 7-17, Senior 60-69), day type (weekday vs. weekend/holiday), and a $5 discount for online pre-purchase.
• 5-Pack Lift Tickets Bundle of five single-day lift tickets available in restricted (no holidays/peak weekends at $249) and unrestricted (no blackouts at $329) versions for flexibility throughout the season.
• Night Skiing Night skiing operation offering 3pm-9pm access on Wednesdays through Saturdays from mid-December to mid-March, providing the region's only 12-hour ski days as the Northwest's largest night skiing operation.
• Snow Tubing Family-friendly snow tubing on a 400-foot slope with five lanes and tow rope access at Lodge 1, with 90-minute sessions priced at $35 adults (43+), $32 non-holidays, and $15 kids (42 and under).
• Ski & Ride School Group Lessons Two-hour group lessons for ages 7 to adult available on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays, including beginner packages at $149 with rentals and lift ticket included and $99 lesson-only options.
• Private Ski & Snowboard Lessons One-on-one and semi-private ski and snowboard instruction for all ages and ability levels, with 1-Hour Private at $129, 2-Hour (1-2 people) at $209, and add-on lift tickets and rentals available.
• Multiweek Ski & Ride Programs Multi-session learning programs including Mini Mites, Mighty Mites, Kids Club, Adult Club, and Adventure Club for progressive skill development across multiple weeks for ages 4-15, priced $249-$329 with free lift tickets included.
• Holiday Camps Multi-day ski and snowboard camps during holiday periods including December 26-28 and January 1-3, offering instruction for ages 4-15.
• Ski & Snowboard Rentals Full-service rental shop offering over 300 pairs of skis and snowboards including Rossignol equipment, Level II Performance skis, and demo boards with technician fitting services. Adult Package $42, Youth Package $39, Child Package $25, with a $5 night ski discount.
• Equipment Repair Services On-site equipment repair services including edge and wax treatment, hot wax, and binding test and adjustment performed by certified technicians.
• Weddings & Private Event Venue Rentals Private event venue rentals including Vista House summit ceremonies (up to 40 people, $500 for 2 hours) and Lodge 1 or Lodge 2 receptions (up to 300 people, starting at $3,500), with approved regional caterers for weddings and celebrations.
• Group & Corporate Event Packages Custom group packages offering discounts on lift tickets, lessons, equipment rentals, and catering for schools, churches, corporations, scout troops, and other organizations, sold through a dedicated group sales team.
• Corporate Transferable Season Pass Business season pass at $1,449 offering fully transferable daily access, 10 buddy lift tickets, and 50% off additional discounted tickets up to 6 per day, with no blackouts, for corporate clients and employees.
• Summer Adventure Day Camp Summer Adventure Day Camp for ages 5-13 featuring outdoor activities and environmental stewardship programming on the mountain.
• Mountain Bike Skills Camp Four-day Mountain Bike Skills Camp for ages 7-15 teaching jumps, drops, and technical skills with hands-on fix-a-flat training and trail stewardship education.
• Adaptive Ski & Snowboard Program Adaptive ski and snowboard program run in partnership with City of Spokane Parks & Recreation providing one-to-one or one-to-two instruction for children and adults ages 6+ with physical disabilities.
• Gift Cards Gift cards available in $50 and $100 denominations or custom amounts, redeemable for most on-mountain products and services including food, rentals, lessons, tickets, and passes.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 150 volunteer ski patrollers providing safety services
• +2 more outcomes

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Mt. Spokane Ski Race Team (MSSRT)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 1959Nonprofit ski team for athletes ages 5+ learning Olympic alpine disciplines. Formerly Spokane Ski Racing Association (SSRA) established in 1959 with proud competitive history.
• Mt. Spokane Ski Patrol (MSSP)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 1938One of the largest all-volunteer ski patrols in the nation and oldest patrols in the US, formed as charter member of National Ski Patrol in 1938. Over 150 patrollers providing emergency medical care and safety services. Requires 120+ hours of training for certification.
• City of Spokane Parks & Recreation - Adaptive Ski ProgramcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAdaptive Ski & Snowboard Program for children and adults 6+ with physical disabilities. One-to-one or one-to-two instructor/student ratio with volunteer instructors from community and universities.
• Mt. Spokane Prime TimersminorOthersAges 55+ social group of alpine/nordic skiers and snowboarders hosting member functions, ski trips, and social events. Organized independently from Mt. Spokane.
• Spokane Nordic Ski AssociationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDevelops and maintains Mt. Spokane Cross-Country Ski Park within Mt. Spokane State Park. Provides maps, signs, trail maintenance, grooming, and ski lessons.
• Mt. Spokane State ParkcoreOthers13,919-acre Washington State Park where Mt. Spokane Ski & Snowboard Park operates. Provides land, access, and regulatory framework. Requires Discover Pass for summer parking.
• Evergreen East Mountain Bike AllianceminorStrategic or Co-development Partner501(c)(3) nonprofit chapter of Evergreen Mountain Bike Alliance focused on creating and maintaining sustainable trail networks in Spokane area through volunteer efforts.
• Freedom Pass NetworkcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerNetwork of 20+ nonprofit ski resorts offering Mt. Spokane passholders 3 free ski days at partner mountains nationwide with no blackouts.
• Uprise Brewing CominorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal Spokane brewery providing Vista House Pilsner - a signature beer exclusive to Mt. Spokane. Featured on tap with limited canned release.
• No-Li BrewhouseminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal brewery sponsoring No-Li Mountain Taphouse at top of Parkway Express with container bar and heated yurt.
• Thomas Hammer CoffeeminorGTM or Marketing PartnerRegional coffee roaster providing coffee bar refresh at the mountain for 2025-26 season.
• Wild Mike's PizzaminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPizza partner with coupon on box offering $10 off Night Ski ticket when redeemed at mountain.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Schweitzer Mountain Resort: Largest ski area in Idaho and the primary destination competitor for Spokane-area skiers. Comparable in offering lift-served skiing, ski school, rentals, and terrain parks, with significantly more vertical and acreage.
• Silver Mountain Resort: Idaho ski resort in Kellogg, a direct drive-from-Spokane competitor with multiple lifts, night skiing, and terrain parks. Closest comparable inland Northwest destination with overlapping customer base.
• 49 Degrees North: Regional Washington ski area in Chewelah serving the Spokane/Inland Northwest market with similar independent mountain positioning, lift-served skiing, and ski school programs.
• Lookout Pass Ski & Recreation Area: Idaho/Montana border ski area with nonprofit/community orientation similar to Mt. Spokane. Comparable in size, family focus, and value-positioning within the inland Northwest ski market.
• Mission Ridge Ski & Board Resort: Washington ski area near Wenatchee, similar in scale to Mt. Spokane, serving a regional Washington market with comparable lift infrastructure, ski school, and rental offerings.
• Bridger Bowl: Nonprofit community ski area in Montana with a similar operating model — community-owned, reinvestment-focused, volunteer-supported ski patrol, and family/learner emphasis. The closest structural analog to Mt. Spokane's nonprofit mountain positioning.

Broad incumbents

• Mt. Bachelor: Large Pacific Northwest destination resort operated by POWDR. Comparable in product mix (lift tickets, ski school, terrain park, night skiing) but at materially larger scale and as a destination rather than local mountain.
• Stevens Pass: Washington ski resort owned by Alterra Mountain Company. Comparable in PNW regional skiing market with full-service offerings (lifts, school, rentals, night skiing) but at larger scale and corporate ownership.
• Crystal Mountain: Largest ski-only resort in Washington with comparable lift, ski school, and terrain park offerings. Serves a broader PNW market and competes for Spokane weekend destination trips.

Regional players

• White Pass Ski Area: Washington ski area near Mt. Rainier that competes for Washington-based skiers though from a different catchment. Comparable mid-size independent mountain with ski school, rentals, and terrain park.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles13 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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