Washington’s ski season remains strong with fresh snowfall and more snow ahead. The heaviest 5-day snow forecast is centered in the northeastern Cascades near Muckamuck and Salmon Meadows, both expecting 11–15 inches. Mount Rainier’s Paradise area (near Crystal Mountain Resort) is also expected to see significant snowfall, up to 10 inches, with current snowpack over 140". Nearby Morse Lake and Corral Pass are also forecasted for 8–10 inches. Stevens Pass Resort is near Alpine Meadows and saw no new snow today, but holds a solid 68" base with 2" forecasted this week. Snoqualmie Pass area, close to Tinkham Creek and Stampede Pass, shows modest snowpack (60–70") but 7” of snow is expected by week’s end.

Mount Baker area, near Beaver Pass and Marten Ridge, picked up 1–2" of snow and holds deep bases exceeding 100", with an 8” forecast. White Pass and surrounding areas, including Bumping Ridge and Morse Lake, are also looking snowy with 3–8" on the way. Near the Olympic Peninsula, Buckinghorse and Waterhole sites are forecasting 9” of snow, impacting Hurricane Ridge area. Southern Cascades, including Swift Creek and June Lake near Mount St. Helens, expect 8" of snow with snowpacks nearing 280". Cities such as Leavenworth, Yakima, and Packwood may see travel impacts due to these snow events. For the best conditions, head toward Crystal Mountain or Mount Baker this weekend.