Mt. Bachelor Sees Nearly 1 Foot of Fresh Snow

Ski resort prepares slopes for skiers after overnight storm

Apr. 2, 2026 at 7:55pm

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A fractured, cubist painting depicting a snowy mountain landscape with skiers and snowboarders, broken down into sharp, overlapping geometric shapes in vibrant shades of white, blue, and green.A fresh blanket of snow covers the slopes of Mt. Bachelor, providing an exhilarating winter wonderland for skiers and snowboarders.Bend Today

Mt. Bachelor ski resort in Bend, Oregon received nearly 1 foot of fresh snow overnight, prompting ski patrol to conduct avalanche mitigation work before the resort opened to guests at 9am. While snowpack has been lower than average this season, the resort is hoping to open its Summit lift this weekend if conditions permit.

Why it matters

Fresh snowfall is crucial for ski resorts like Mt. Bachelor to maintain their slopes and attract visitors, especially after a season with lower than average snowpack. The resort's ability to quickly clear and prepare the mountain after a storm is key to providing a safe and enjoyable experience for skiers and snowboarders.

The details

Ski patrol at Mt. Bachelor deployed explosives at 6:30am to clear softer, less compact snow in preparation for the resort opening at 9am. While snowpack this season has been 178 inches compared to the 10-year average of 410 inches, the resort is still advising skiers to exercise caution due to the risk of snow immersion suffocation and falling in tree wells.

  • This morning at 6:30am, ski patrol deployed explosives on the resort.
  • Mt. Bachelor opened to guests at 9am.

The players

Mt. Bachelor

A ski resort located in Bend, Oregon that offers skiing, snowboarding, and other winter activities.

Presley Quon

The communications and community relations manager at Mt. Bachelor.

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What they’re saying

“'Patrol conducted avalanche mitigation work this morning and the resort opened to guests on time at 9am.'”

— Presley Quon, Communications and community relations manager, Mt. Bachelor

What’s next

Mt. Bachelor officials stated they hope to open the Summit lift this weekend, conditions permitting. Teams will be assessing conditions and preparing the lift as soon as the current storm moves out.

The takeaway

The fresh snowfall at Mt. Bachelor is a welcome boost for the resort after a season with lower than average snowpack. The resort's ability to quickly clear and prepare the slopes for skiers and snowboarders is crucial to providing a safe and enjoyable experience, even in the face of challenging weather conditions.