Indy Pass Adds Further 12 Resorts, Including 1st in Eastern Canada

133 resorts now offer two free days each or discounted lift tickets to Indy Pass holders

The Indy Pass announced today that Calabogie Peaks Resort in Ontario would become the first Eastern Canadian resort to join the coalition of independent mountains. In addition, three other full Alpine partners, four cross-country resorts, and four Allied resorts have been added.

“The Indy Pass supports scores of independent resorts in the US and Western Canada, and we are excited to be the first in our region to share Ontario hospitality with their passholders.”

– Paul Murphy, owner of Calabogie Peaks Mountain Resort

“Calabogie Peaks is a great addition to the Indy family of resorts. We are excited to have a new partner in Eastern Ontario to complement our outstanding New England roster.”

– Indy Pass founder Doug Fish

Calabogie Peaks is a four-season resort and the tallest mountain in Eastern Ontario.

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In addition to Calabogie Peaks, Alpine Loch Lomond Ski Area in Western Ontario joins the pass along with Arctic Valley, Alaska, and Mt. Crescent, Iowa as full Alpine partner resorts.

Four New Cross-Country Resorts

Four new cross-country resorts have also been added for a total of 18 across North America. Indy Pass is the only multi-mountain pass that provides access to both Alpine and Nordic resorts. New cross-country resorts include Bear Valley Adventure Center in California, Crosscut Mountain Sports Center in Montana, Jay Peak Cross Country Center in Vermont, and Nickle Plate Cross Country Ski Club in British Columbia. All four XC resorts will offer two each to all Indy Alpine and Cross Country Pass holders.

Four New Allied Resorts

The new Indy Allied Resort program has allowed Indy Pass to expand and offer partnerships to smaller resorts in all regions of North America. New Allied Resort partners include Sleeping Giant, Wyoming, Snowstar Winter Park, Illinois, Dry Hill, New York, and Whitecap, Wisconsin. Allied resorts offer discounted lift tickets to Indy Pass holders at 50% off and 25% off holidays and peak weekends.

“The Allied Resort program allows us to partner with any ski area in North America that wishes to participate. It’s great that we can continue to expand in these regions where we already have achieved peak density.”

– Doug Fish

Alpine Partner Resorts

About Calabogie Peaks

Calabogie Peaks, the tallest public ski resort in Ontario, is an all-seasons resort located in the beautiful Ottawa Valley at the base of Dickson Mountain on the shores of Calabogie Lake. Come for the day, or stay and enjoy this all-season resort in Ontario and the best of what winters offer with snowy adventures for everyone on the Mountain, Lake & Land.

Mountain Stats

• Vertical: 780′
• Top elevation: 1,285′
• Base elevation: 505′
• Skiable acres: 80
• Runs: 25
• Longest run: 6961′
• Lifts: 3

About Loch Lomond Ski Area

Nestled in the heart of the Nor’Wester Mountain Range on the North Shore of Lake Superior the ski area boasts some of Central Canada’s gnarliest ski terrain with an après ski scene to match.

Mountain Stats

• Annual snowfall: 80″
• Vertical drop: 750′
• Skiable acres: 60
• Lifts: 3
• Terrain park: Yes

About Arctic Valley, Alaska

Arctic Valley is a low-key, community-oriented ski area just outside Anchorage. They have great open terrain with lots of intermediate and advanced runs.

Mountain Stats

• Skiable acres: 500
• Vertical rise: 1,400′
• Base elevation: 2,500′
• Highest elevation: 4,068′
• Marked skin tracks: 7
• Total runs: 18

About Mt. Crescent, Iowa

For over 60 years, Mt Crescent has been a destination for winter fun in the Loess Hills of Western Iowa. With 100’s taught to ski and ride each year, Mt. Crescent is the perfect place to learn or practice your skills.

Mountain Stats

• Skiable acres: 50
• Vertical rise: 300′
• Base elevation: 1,200′
• Highest elevation: 1,500′
• Total runs: 10
• Longest Run: 2,400′

Cross Country Resorts

About Bear Valley Adventure Company, California

Our cross-country skiing guests enjoy an extensive trail system with 70+ kilometers of groomed paths over 3,000 acres. We have 38 carefully groomed trails for track and skate skiing, a trailside Meadow Cafe, and three warming huts throughout the trail system.

Mountain Stats

• Base elevation: 7,000′
• Groomed terrain: 70+ kilometers
• Total trails: 38

About Crosscut Mountain Sports Center, Montana

Crosscut Mountain Sports Center is a nonprofit organization providing outdoor recreation, sports training, and environmental education for people of all backgrounds, ages, and abilities. 

• Mountain Stats
• Base elevation: 6,000′
• Groomed terrain: 45+ kilometers
• Total trails: 25

About Nickle Plate Cross Country Ski Club, British Columbia

Nickel Plate Cross Country Ski Club was formed in 1989 by a group of Nordic ski enthusiasts who saw the potential for a world-class cross-country ski facility in the mountains west of Penticton, BC. Nickel Plate Nordic Centre is located in the scenic Okanagan Valley, just 45 minutes from downtown Penticton.

Mountain Stats

• Base elevation: 1,750′
• Groomed terrain: 56+ kilometers
• Total trails: 27

About Jay Peak Cross Country Center, Vermont

The Jay Peak Nordic trail network features 12 miles of groomed trails for classic and skate-skiing for novices and experts alike. Whether you’re out on the trails with your friends, solo, or with your four-legged pal, we are sure you will have a memorable time!

Mountain Stats

• Total trails: 12

Allied Resorts

About Sleeping Giant, Wyoming

We are a small family-centered ski area nestled at the East gate of Yellowstone, NP. What we lack in the way of massive couloirs, we make up for in safe, affordable skiing, shorter lift lines, smaller crowds, and good vibes. We have two aerial lifts and one carpet with 198 acres of skiable terrain. We offer ski instruction, tubing, and night skiing.

Mountain Stats

• Night skiing: Yes
• Vertical rise: 1100′
• Lifts: 3
• Total runs: 49

About Snowstar Winter Park, Illinois

Located just above the Mississippi River, Snowstar Winter Park is a family-oriented resort just minutes outside the quad cities in Andalusia, Illinois. We offer four lifts, 15 trails, and a kick’n terrain park with features that change weekly and are sure to satisfy skiers and boarders of all abilities.

Mountain Stats

• Terrain park: Yes
• Lifts: 4
• Total runs: 15

About Dry Hill, New York

Since 1960 Dry Hill Ski Area has been Watertown’s favorite Family Ski, Snowboard & Tubing Area. Enjoy night skiing, a brand new menu at the grill, and a family-friendly atmosphere.

Mountain Stats

• Night skiing: Yes
• Lifts: 3
• Total runs: 12

About Whitecap Mountains, Wisconsin

Whitecap Mountains Resort offers year-round family recreation, lodging, and down-home hospitality in Northern Wisconsin. Spread over a vast 400 acres within the ancient Penokee Mountains, it’s the perfect location for a corporate retreat, mountaintop wedding, extended family reunion, or relaxing getaway.

Mountain Stats

• Vertical Drop: 400
• Lifts: 5 + Magic Carpet
• Total runs: 43

Fall Prices

• Indy Base Pass – Adult $329, Kids (12-and-under) $149
• Indy+ Pass – Adult $429, Kids $199 (no blackouts)
• Indy Base AddOn Pass – Adult $219, Kids 119 (partner and allied resort season passholders only)
• Indy+ AddOn Pass – Adult $319, Kids $169 (no blackouts)
• Indy Cross Country (XC) Pass – Adult $69, Kids $29 (no blackouts)

About the Indy Pass

After three seasons, the Indy Pass is the fastest-growing multi-mountain pass in North America. It offers 119 Alpine and Nordic resorts across the US, Canada, and Japan, each providing two days of skiing or riding, and 14 Alpine Allied Resorts offering up to 50% discounts on lift tickets. Indy resorts are independent and uniquely authentic; many are owned and operated by multi-generational families.

2022/23 Resorts

DOWNHILL RESORTS – 101

PACIFIC REGION – 18

ALASKA — Arctic Valley, Eaglecrest Ski Area

BRITISH COLUMBIA — Apex Mountain Resort, Manning Park, Sasquatch Mountain

CALIFORNIA — China Peak, Dodge Ridge, Mountain High, Mt. Shasta Ski Park, Snow Valley

OREGON – Hoodoo, Mt. Ashland, Mt. Hood Meadows

WASHINGTON — 49 Degrees North, Ski Bluewood, Hurricane Ridge, Mission Ridge, White Pass

ROCKY MOUNTAIN REGION – 20

ALBERTA — Castle Mountain Resort

ARIZONA — Sunrise Park Ski Area

COLORADO — Bluebird Backcountry, Sunlight Mountain Resort

IDAHO — Brundage Mountain, Kelly Canyon, Silver Mountain, Tamarack Resort, Pomerelle, Soldier Mountain

MONTANA — Blacktail Mountain, Lost Trail Powder Mountain, Red Lodge Mountain

UTAH — Beaver Mountain, Eagle Point, Powder Mountain

WYOMING — Meadowlark Ski Lodge, Snow King Mountain, White Pine Ski Area, Antelope Butte

MIDWEST REGION – 28

ILLINOIS — Chestnut Mountain

IOWA — Mt. Crescent, Seven Oaks, Sundown Mountain

MICHIGAN — Big Powderhorn Resort, Caberfae Peaks, Crystal Mountain, Marquette Mountain, Nubs Nob Ski Resort, Pine Mountain Resort, Shanty Creek, Snowriver, Swiss Valley Ski Area, Tree Tops Resort

MINNESOTA — Buck Hill, Detroit Mountain, Lutsen Mountains, Mount Kato, Powder Ridge Winter Recreation, Spirit Mountain

ONTARIO — Loch Lomond

SOUTH DAKOTA — Terry Peak Ski Area

WISCONSIN — Granite Peak, Little Switzerland, Nordic Mountain, Trollhaugen, Tyrol Basin, The Rock Snowpark

EASTERN REGION – 20

CONNECTICUT — Mohawk Mountain Ski Area

MASSACHUSETTS — Berkshire East Mountain Resort, Catamount Mountain Resort*

MAINE — Saddleback Mountain, BigRock Resort, Black Mountain of Maine

NEW HAMPSHIRE — Cannon Mountain, Pats Peak, Black Mountain, Waterville Valley

NEW YORK — Catamount Mountain Resort*, Greek Peak Mountain Resort, Swain Resort, Snow Ridge Ski Resort, Titus Mountain, West Mountain

ONTARIO — Calabogie Peaks Mountain Resort

VERMONT — Bolton Valley Resort, Magic Mountain, Saskadena Six, Jay Peak Resort

*Catamount straddles NY/MA border

MID-ATLANTIC REGION – 10

NORTH CAROLINA — Cataloochee Ski Area

PENNSYLVANIA — Blue Knob Resort, Montage Mountain, Ski Sawmill, Shawnee Mountain

TENNESSEE — Ober Gatlinburg Ski Area

VIRGINIA — Bryce Resort, Massanutten Resort

WEST VIRGINIA — Canaan Valley Ski Resort, Winterplace Ski Resort

JAPAN TOHOKU REGION – 5

Geto Kogen – Kitakami, Iwate

Aomori Spring, Nishitsugaru District, Ajigasawa

Okunakayama Kogen – Ninohe District, Iwate

Shimokura/Pandora – Hachimantai, Iwate

Tazawako – Semboku, Akita

CROSS COUNTRY RESORTS – 18

BRITISH COLUMBIA — Sovereign Lakes Nordic Club, Manning Park Resort, Nickle Plate Cross Country Ski Club

CALIFORNIA — Bear Valley Adventure Center

MAINE — Black Mountain of Maine

MICHIGAN — Tree Tops XC

MINNESOTA — Mapelap Resort

MONTANA — Crosscut Mountain Sports Center

NEW HAMPSHIRE — Waterville Valley Resort, JacksonXC

NEW JERSEY — High Point Cross Country Ski Center

NEW MEXICO — Enchanted Forest XC

OREGON — Mt. Hood Meadows XC Center

VERMONT — Jay Peak XC, Woodstock Nordic Center, Rikert Nordic Center

WASHINGTON — 49 Degrees North Nordic Center

WEST VIRGINIA — White Grass Touring Center

ALLIED RESORTS – 14 (Discounted Lift Tickets for Indy Passholders)

MASSACHUSETTS — Bousquet Mountain

ILLINOIS — Ski Snowstar

NEW HAMPSHIRE — Dartmouth Skiway, King Pine, McIntyre Ski Area, Whaleback Mountain
NEW YORK – Dry Hill

UTAH – Cherry Peak

VERMONT — Burke Mountain, Middlebury College Snow Bowl

WASHINGTON — Loup Loup Ski Bowl

WISCONSIN — Paul Bunyan, Whitecap Mountains

WYOMING — Sleeping Giant Ski Area