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Snow has already fallen in Ikon Pass high country from Crystal Mountain in Washington to Big Sky Resort in Montana to SkiBig3 in Canada, building excitement for the upcoming winter season. Spanning three continents and 10 countries in the Northern Hemisphere, Ikon Pass holders get access to the world’s premier mountain resorts in their backyards, and as far as the peaks of the European Alps and the powder-filled trees of Asia. Get your skis and boards ready and mark your calendars for winter 2026-2027 opening days.
New North American Destinations – SilverStar Mountain in British Columbia, Snowriver Mountain Resort in Michigan, Lutsen Mountains in Minnesota, and Granite Peak in Wisconsin.
- New Destinations in Asia – Madarao Mountain Resort in Japan and Beidahu Ski Resort and Lake Songhua Resort in China.
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New Bonus Mountains – Devil’s Head, WI; Tamarack, ID; Giants Ridge, MN; Caberfae Peaks, MI; and Snowy Range Ski Area, WY.
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New Access – Ikon Base Pass holders can enjoy unlimited access to Arapahoe Basin and 5-day access to Snowmass in Colorado.
IKON PASS 2026-27 OPENING DATES
North America — TBA
Arapahoe Basin, Big Bear Mountain Resort, Blue Mountain, Blue Mountain Resort (PA), Boyne Mountain, Brighton, Camelback Resort, Cypress Mountain, Killington, Loon Mountain, Sierra-at-Tahoe, SkiBig3 – Mt. Norquay/Banff Sunshine/Lake Louise, The Summit at Snoqualmie, Winter Park.
Asia — Confirmed Dates
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Alta, UT, Report: “How Much Did It Actually Snow?” | Dispelling the Misinformation in Little Cottonwood Canyon
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The 13 Largest Ski Resorts on Earth, Ranked by Size
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23-Year-Old Local Speed Rider Dies on the North Face of Chamonix’s Aiguille du Midi [UPDATED]
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Norwegian World Cup Champion Aleksander Aamodt Kilde Tears Achilles While Training in Chile
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SnowBrains 2026-27 Ski Season Forecast, Region by Region: El Niño Favors the High Sierra Over the Northern Rockies
Asia — TBA
Yunding Snow Park, Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Lake Songhua Resort.
Europe — Confirmed Dates
