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Snoqualmie Pass

Snoqualmie Pass is a popular destination for backcountry skiing and climbing, with accessible routes for all skill levels. The area offers a variety of terrain, including steep couloirs and alpine bowls, making it a great spot for skiers and climbers. The proximity to Seattle and the ease of access make it a convenient choice for those looking for a quick outdoor getaway. With stunning views of the Cascade Mountains and a vibrant outdoor community, Snoqualmie Pass is a must-visit for backcountry adventurers.

Snoqualmie Pass Conditions, Weather, Avalanche Information and Webcams

A skier rips a turn on deep day in the Tahoe backcountry.

North Lake Tahoe, California South Lake Tahoe, California

Beginner - Intermediate

Avy Pass

A series of courses throughout the season to develop skills to understand risks and make smart decisions in the backcountry.

Intro to Backcountry in California - Private

Intro to Backcountry in California - Private

A fun, fast way to learn all of the skills and techniques you need to start exploring in the backcountry.

A D3 sized avalanche in the Mt Baker backcountry triggered by an explosive.

Mt Baker & Snoqualmie Pass, Washington

Touring Experience

AIARE 1 Avalanche Course in Washington

Our AIARE 1 Avalanche Course features two full days in the field and an online course built by Blackbird Mountain Guides.

AIARE 1 Avalanche Course in California - Private

Touring Experience

AIARE 1 Avalanche Course in California - Private

Our AIARE 1 Avalanche Course features two full days in the field and an online course built by Blackbird Mountain Guides.

Intro to Backcountry in Washington

Snoqualmie Pass / Mt Baker

Intro to Backcountry in Washington

A fun, fast way to learn all of the skills and techniques you need to start exploring in the backcountry.

Women's Intro to Backcountry

Women's Intro to Backcountry

A fun, fast way to master all of the skills and techniques you need to start exploring in the backcountry.

Skiing Powder and slashing turns in British Columbia’s Monashee Range on a BC Lodge Ski touring Week at Sol Mountain Lodge

Intermediate Advanced

Avalanche Skills Tour

Refresh and sharpen your skills while learning from the decisions your guide is making at every turn

AIARE 1 Avalanche Course in Washington - Private

Touring Experience

AIARE 1 Avalanche Course in Washington - Private

Our AIARE 1 Avalanche Course features two full days in the field and an online course built by Blackbird Mountain Guides.

Backcountry skiing in Bagley Lakes Area in the Mt Baker backcountry.

Intro to Backcountry in Washington - Private

A fun, fast way to learn all of the skills and techniques you need to start exploring in the backcountry.

AIARE 2 Avalanche Course in California - Private

AIARE 2 Avalanche Course in California - Private

Dive deeper into weather, snow, route planning, human dynamics, and avalanche terrain with the Blackbird AIARE 2

AIARE 2 Avalanche Course in Washington - Private

AIARE 1, Rescue, Extensive Touring

AIARE 2 Avalanche Course in Washington - Private

Dive deeper into weather, snow, route planning, human dynamics, and avalanche terrain with the Blackbird AIARE 2

Snowboarders hiking a ridge during an AIARE 1 avalanche course with Blackbird Guides in North Lake Tahoe

Touring Experience

AIARE 1 Avalanche Course in Tahoe

Our AIARE 1 Avalanche Course features two full days in the field and an online course built by Blackbird Mountain Guides.

AIARE 1 + Rescue Avalanche Course in Tahoe

North Lake Tahoe

Touring Experience

AIARE 1 + Rescue Avalanche Course in Tahoe

Maximize your time and gain all of the fundamental avalanche awareness and rescue skills in our innovative three days course.

A backcountry skier in Avalanche Terrain in the Mt Baker backcountry

Mt Baker & Snoqualmie Pass, WA

Touring Experience

AIARE 1 + Rescue Avalanche Course Washington

Maximize your time and gain all of the fundamental avalanche awareness and rescue skills in our innovative three days course.

Students from an AIARE 1 Avalanche course perform snowpack tests in the Truckee, Lake Tahoe area during their avalanche level 1 course.

Touring Experience

AIARE 1 Avalanche Course in Mammoth

Our AIARE 1 Avalanche Course features two full days in the field and an online course built by Blackbird Mountain Guides.

Avalanche Rescue Course in Mammoth

Mammoth Lakes, California

Touring Experience

AIARE Avalanche Rescue Course in Mammoth

Our innovative course gives you more practice in more realistic avalanche terrain, making you a better backcountry partner.

Lift Accessed Avalanche Rescue Course Participants performing a mock avalanche rescue at donner ski ranch

North Lake Tahoe, California

Touring Experience

Lift-Accessed AIARE Avalanche Rescue Course in Tahoe

Our innovative lift-accessed course gives you more practice in more realistic avalanche terrain, making you a better backcountry partner.

Skiers setting a skin track in the Italian Alps

North Lake Tahoe, California

AIARE 1, Rescue, Extensive Touring

AIARE 2 Avalanche Course in Tahoe

Dive deeper into weather, snow, route planning, human dynamics, and avalanche terrain with the Blackbird AIARE 2

Avalanche Rescue Course in Washington

Mt Baker & Snoqualmie Pass, Washington

Touring Experience

AIARE Avalanche Rescue Course in Washington

Our innovative course gives you more practice in more realistic avalanche terrain, making you a better backcountry partner.

Backcountry Skiing Washington - Private

Beginner Intermediate Advanced

Backcountry Skiing Washington - Private

We'll an objective based on your experience and then explore the best backcountry zones around Washington with our expert guides

Snoqualmie Pass Backcountry Skiing

Intermediate Advanced

Snoqualmie Pass Backcountry Skiing

Select an objective based on your experience and then explore the best backcountry zones around with our expert guides

North Cascades Ski Mountaineering - Private

Advanced Expert

North Cascades Ski Mountaineering - Private

Join us for a day of ski touring in the North Cascades, which are also known as the American Alps!

Mt Baker Summit & Ski 1 Day

Advanced Expert

Mt Baker Summit & Ski 1 Day

A single push ski mountaineering trip covering 7,000' to the top of the Mt Baker in the Cascade Range!

A ski mountaineering guide making powder turns on Mt Baker

Intermediate Advanced

Mt Baker Summit & Ski 2 Day

Climb and ski one of Washington's biggest mountains while pushing your boundaries and gaining ski mountaineering skills.

riding powder with a ski guide on the Thunder Glacier of Mt Baker

Intermediate Advanced

Mt Baker Summit & Ski 3 Day

Climb and ski one of Washington's biggest mountains while pushing your boundaries and gaining ski mountaineering skills.

Mt Baker Ski Mountaineering Camp 5 Day

Intermediate-Advanced

Mt Baker Ski Mountaineering Camp 5 Day

Climb and ski one of Washington's biggest mountains while pushing your boundaries and gaining ski mountaineering skills.

Backcountry Skiers near Snow Lake Divide at Snoqualmie Pass

Beginner Intermediate Advanced

Backcountry Skiing Snoqualmie Pass - Private

From Pineapple Pass to the Slot Couloir & Kendall Trees, we'll work with you to pick an objective based on your desires & experience. Our expert guides will manage the snowpack & terrain and help you get an incredible day in the backcountry.

Skinning up Mt Herman in the Mt Baker Heather Meadows Backcountry

Beginner Intermediate Advanced

Backcountry Skiing Mt Baker - Private

From Heather Meadows to Table Mountain, Mazama Dome and Barometer Peak, if there's great snow in the zone, we'll find great runs for you to ride!

Backcountry skiing in Bagley Lakes Area in the Mt Baker backcountry.

Intro to Backcountry in Washington - Private

A fun, fast way to learn all of the skills and techniques you need to start exploring in the backcountry.

Ski Mountaineering on Mt Baker

Intermediate Advanced

Mt Baker Summit & Ski - Private

Climb and ski one of Washington's biggest mountains while pushing your boundaries and gaining ski mountaineering skills.

Route finding on Snoqualmie Pass

Pow turns on Snoqualmie Pass

Powder Skiing in the Snoqualmie Pass Backcountry

Deep Days in the Snoqualmie Pass Backcountry

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