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Mt. Bachelor, Oregon, has officially dropped its 2026-27 season pass lineup, and there’s a little extra incentive this year for anyone ready to lock things in early. Passes go on sale March 24, with the lowest prices available through June 2, along with a mix of returning perks and a few new additions.
The biggest change is a “Buy Now, Ski Now” option. Anyone who purchases a Full Season or Outplay 365 Pass can start riding this spring, beginning April 1, then roll straight into next winter without missing a beat. It’s a move that gives skiers and riders a chance to squeeze more value out of a pass right away, especially with spring events still on the calendar.
Returning passholders can also save up to $100 on renewals, and most pass options now come with retail credit to spend at the resort’s pro shop.
What’s Included This Year
Mt. Bachelor is keeping its core pass lineup largely the same, with a few added perks:
- Full Season Pass ($1249 renewal / $1349 new) Unlimited access with no blackout dates, plus retail credit and the option to add a free kids pass. New passholders can start skiing April 1.
- Outplay 365 Pass ($1899 renewal / $1999 new) A year-round option that includes unlimited skiing at Bachelor, an Ikon Base Pass, Nordic access, and a summer bike park pass. Comes with the highest retail credit and spring access.
- Midweek Pass ($949) Monday through Friday access all season with no blackout dates.
- 5-Day Pass ($419) Flexible option to ski or ride any five days during the season.
- Nordic Pass ($399) Access to one of the longest Nordic seasons in North America, with over 50 kilometers of groomed trails.
One of the more popular perks is also returning: Kids Ski Free, which allows passholders to add a free season pass for a child 12 and under when purchasing a qualifying adult pass.
A Strong Push Despite a Tough Winter
The pass launch comes after a season that, like much of the West, has been defined by inconsistent snowfall and challenging conditions. Still, Mt. Bachelor is leaning into spring with a full slate of events and a push to keep people on the mountain as long as possible.
Resort leadership emphasized the loyalty of passholders this season, noting that turnout remained strong even during lean stretches. The new spring access perk feels like a direct response—rewarding those who commit early and giving them a reason to get back out there right away.
With early pricing, added retail credit, and the ability to ski immediately, Mt. Bachelor is clearly trying to make its pass offering more flexible and appealing heading into next season. For regulars, the value is pretty straightforward. For anyone on the fence, getting a head start on spring turns might be the deciding factor.
