Powder Alliance
Three Free Days Each at 20+ Premier Independent Mountain Destinations
The Powder Alliance is a reciprocal partnership among premier independent mountains across the American West and Western Canada. You do not purchase the Powder Alliance directly; instead, purchasing a top-tier unrestricted season pass at any participating member mountain automatically unlocks three free days at all other member resorts. With members including Loveland, Timberline, Sierra-at-Tahoe, Mission Ridge, Castle Mountain, White Pass, Bogus Basin, and Marmot Basin, it is the ultimate perk for local skiers who want free road-trip days.
Pricing Structure & Tier Breakdown
Current Season Rates
| Pass Tier | Spring Rate | Fall Rate | Access Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Home Mountain Season Pass | $599 - $899 | $750 - $999 | Purchased directly through your home resort |
Renewal Incentive: Determined by individual home resort pass program
Breakeven Math
Because the Powder Alliance is included free with your home-mountain season pass, visiting just one partner mountain for a weekend yields $300+ in free skiing value.
Estimated Breakeven
Included Free Benefit
Holiday Blackout Dates
Most partner resorts restrict reciprocal ticket redemptions to Sunday through Friday, with holiday blackouts during Christmas week, MLK, and Presidents Day.
Mountain Reservation Rules
- Present your valid premier home-mountain season pass and government photo ID at the partner ticket window to receive your free day ticket.
Passholder Perks & Inclusions
3 free days at each of 20+ member ski resorts (up to 60 free days of skiing).
Special lodging discounts at partner mountain hotels.
Who Should Buy Powder Alliance?
Home-mountain passholders at independent resorts who want the freedom to take free ski road trips to neighboring states and Western Canada without buying a mega-pass.
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Powder Alliance Mountain Footprint (7 Destinations)
Included Mountain Resorts (7)
Explore encyclopedia guides for all mountain destinations accessible on this pass.
| Resort | Location | Vertical | Skiable Acres | Access Guide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bogus Basin | Idaho, US | 1,792' | 2,600 | Explore |
| Castle Mountain Resort | Alberta, CA | 2,830' | 3,592 | Explore |
| Loveland Ski Area | Colorado, US | 2,210' | 1,800 | Explore |
| Mission Ridge Ski & Board Resort | Washington, US | 2,250' | 2,000 | Explore |
| Sierra-at-Tahoe | California, US | 2,212' | 2,000 | Explore |
| Timberline Lodge | Oregon, US | 3,690' | 1,410 | Explore |
| White Pass Ski Area | Washington, US | 1,600' | 500 | Explore |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you buy the Powder Alliance pass by itself?
No. You cannot buy a Powder Alliance pass directly. You receive Powder Alliance benefits automatically by purchasing a top-tier unrestricted season pass at any member mountain.
How do you redeem days at partner mountains on Powder Alliance?
Bring your valid home resort season pass and photo ID to the guest services ticket window at any participating member mountain. They will print your complimentary day ticket.