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Bend Today
By the People, for the People
Mt. Bachelor to Reopen Northwest Lift Ahead of Busy Weekend Events
Hoodoo Ski Area also reopens after recent snowfall in Central Oregon.
Published on Feb. 27, 2026
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Mt. Bachelor resort in Bend, Oregon is set to reopen its Northwest chairlift on Friday, February 20th, following 17 inches of fresh snow in the past week. The resort is also preparing for a busy weekend of special events, including a ski and snowboard competition, a tubing party, and a fireworks display. Meanwhile, Hoodoo Ski Area has also reopened after a closure due to low snow conditions.
Why it matters
The reopening of the Northwest lift at Mt. Bachelor and the return of events at both Mt. Bachelor and Hoodoo Ski Area are positive signs for the winter tourism industry in Central Oregon, which has faced challenges from inconsistent snowfall in recent years. The influx of visitors for these events also provides an economic boost to the local Bend community.
The details
Mt. Bachelor received 17 inches of snow in the past week, with an additional 3-4 inches expected by Friday morning. This fresh powder has allowed the resort to assess and prepare the Northwest chairlift to reopen on Friday, conditions permitting. Guests are advised to check the Mountain Report and Lift & Trails Status page on Friday morning for operational updates and safety advisories. Hoodoo Ski Area has also reopened after a closure due to low snow conditions.
- Mt. Bachelor received 17 inches of snow in the past week.
- An additional 3-4 inches of snow is expected by Friday morning, February 20th.
- The Northwest chairlift at Mt. Bachelor is set to reopen on Friday, February 20th, conditions permitting.
- Hoodoo Ski Area reopened on Thursday, February 19th.
The players
Mt. Bachelor
A ski resort located in Bend, Oregon that offers a variety of winter activities and events.
Hoodoo Ski Area
A ski area located in the Cascade Mountains of Central Oregon that recently reopened after a closure due to low snow conditions.
What’s next
Guests are advised to check the Mt. Bachelor Mountain Report and Lift & Trails Status page on Friday morning for updates on the Northwest lift reopening and any safety advisories.
The takeaway
The return of snowfall and the reopening of key lifts and ski areas in Central Oregon is a positive sign for the winter tourism industry in the region, which has faced challenges in recent years due to inconsistent snow conditions. The upcoming events at Mt. Bachelor and Hoodoo Ski Area are expected to draw visitors and provide an economic boost to the local Bend community.
