Mt. Spokane Gift Cards
Mt. Spokane’s gift cards can be used for most Mt. Spokane purchases, including lift tickets, lessons, rentals, food and drinks. Give the gift of skiing or snowboarding this Christmas! Read this article on Out There Outdoors!
December 2024
Featured Events this Season
Lookout Pass puts on some of the most creative events around, from the Cardboard Box Derby in the spring to the Kids Snow Bowling & MTN Brewfest (Jan. 26), where parents compete with their kids used as bowling balls! Check Skilookout.com/events for the full calendar as event details firm up this fall. Read this article
Snowsports School Programs for Kids and Adults
Lookout Pass takes pride in providing an affordable gateway for people to learn to ski and snowboard, and one of the most budget-friendly options is the mountain’s learn to ski or snowboard in three days program. The Learn to Ski/Ride in 3 Days program is an all-inclusive package for kids, teens, or adults that comes
Facility Improvements Across the Mountain
Lookout Pass is celebrating 90 years this season with the added notoriety of being the oldest ski area in Idaho. (Sun Valley had the first lift, but Lookout was the first ski area to open.) With that kind of legacy, many small upgrades are made every year that make a big difference on the quality
More Parking Added
With the number of powder days Lookout typically gets, the parking lot has been growing increasingly crowded in recent years on peak days, something Lookout plans to mitigate this season with the addition of another 150 parking spots. The whole lot also received a re-surfacing makeover for a smoother parking experience. Read this article on
New Glades and Terrain and Glade Upgrades
Lookout Pass has been getting dialed for the likely quality season with a host of improvements. “We’ve mowed the whole front and back side of the mountain with the exception of a few of the steeper areas so that we can open with less snow,” says Sawyer. The mower takes brush down to about six
Gift Cards and Other Deals
Lookout has some great deals this season, including two-for-one lift tickets for just $75 on Thursdays (excluding holiday periods). If you have a pass from another mountain (anywhere in the world!), Lookout also offers a half-priced “Golden Ticket” valid Mondays-Thursdays (excluding holiday periods). Anyone can also save $5 on a lift ticket when making a
Honoring Native American Culture
Together with members of the Kalispell and Spokane Tribes and other partners, 49° North will be unveiling an upgrade to the popular animal character signs stashed out in the woods off to the right at the top of the Payday beginner lift, which happens to be some of the best ski trails for new skiers
Snowsports School: Programs for Everyone
First-time skiers or snowboarders of all ages, as well as experienced shredders looking to improve on their abilities, will find a lesson or multi-day program that fits their needs and schedule at 49° North. “We’ve got some of the most talented, caring, and dedicated instructors in the Northwest and incredible terrain for people to learn
What’s New for the 2024/25 Season
On the heels of adding the Northern Spirit Express high-speed quad in 2021, Eastern Washington’s largest ski area has been busy maintaining and grooming the slopes this summer. They’ve been busy brush cutting and are hopeful for an early season opening. 49° North is also stoked to announce a brand new PistenBully winch cat to