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[PHOTOS] Snow Blankets Mount Bachelor, OR, as Summer Season Opening Day Approaches

Rare summer snow for Mount Bachelor. | Photo: Mount Bachelor webcam screenshot

Mount Bachelor in central Oregon awoke to a dusting of fresh snow on June 21, kicking off the first official day of summer with a scene straight out of winter. Webcam images show the early morning snowfall just days before the resortโ€™s summer activities begin. Related: [PHOTOS] Summer Snow Surprises Palisades Tahoe, CA | Trail Runners Evacuated Off the Mountain […]

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Avatar photo SnowBrains | June 22, 2025
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Oregonโ€™s Ski Resorts at Risk as Key Insurer Exits Over Liability Laws

A growing insurance crisis is threatening the future of Oregonโ€™s outdoor recreation industry, with ski resorts sounding the alarm after a major insurer announced it is pulling out of the state. Safehold Special Risk, which has provided coverage for iconic destinations like Mt. Hood Meadows and Timberline Lodge, is ending its business in Oregon, citing the stateโ€™s unfavorable legal environment […]

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Avatar photo Brent Thomas | June 19, 2025
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Timberline Lodge, OR, Report: Soft Joyous June Turns

Report from June 6, 2025 I hadn’t been skiing in over a month and a half. With our summer schedule filling up quickly, I knew I had to make a trip up to Timberline Lodge sooner rather than later.ย  It turns out that early June is a great time to go, as there is plenty of snow and the busyness […]

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Avatar photo Brent Thomas | June 6, 2025
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Spotlight on Mt. Bachelor, OR: RendezVan Festival 2025

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As winter loosens its grip on the Cascades, Mt. Bachelor (just outside of Bend, Oregon) once again welcomed a vibrant tribe of nomadic souls and slope enthusiasts for one of the Pacific Northwest’s most anticipated gatherings โ€” the RendezVan Festival. More than just a festival, RendezVan is a celebration of the adventurous van-life spirit. RendezVan blends mountain culture with music, […]

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Nicky Blumm | April 24, 2025
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Todayโ€™s Deepest Resortsโ€”North Americaโ€™s Top 5 Snowfalls on April 8

Spring is here, which means winter is over already, and resorts across the country have started closing. But that doesn’t mean it’s going to stop snowing. All these resorts are open and celebrating powder days this morning. Related: Top 9 Snowiest Resorts in North America This Season Whenย writing, these resorts across North America had the most snow in the last […]

Avatar photo SnowBrains | April 8, 2025
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POWDR Corp. Announces It Will Not Sell Mt. Bachelor, OR, After All

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After nearly eight months of speculation and anticipation, POWDR Corp. announced on Friday, April 4, that it will no longer pursue the sale of Mt. Bachelor. The company, which has owned the Central Oregon resort since 2001, stated that it had evaluated all factors involved and ultimately decided to retain ownership โ€œindefinitely.โ€ โ€œThere are numerous factors involved in evaluating a […]

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Avatar photo Brent Thomas | April 5, 2025
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Mt. Bachelor, OR, Report: Finding Perfect Winter Snow in Spring

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Report from March 28-29, 2025 One might think a ski trip at the end of March would be for spring conditions only. But then one might not be used to the majesty of the Pacific Northwest. Mt. Bachelor, just 20 miles from Bend, Oregon, graced us with fresh snow during both the days we visited this week. The snow started […]

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Nicky Blumm | March 30, 2025
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Spotlight on Mt. Bachelor, OR: Spring Sun, Snow, and Spirited Events

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Report from March 24, 2025 As the days lengthen and the sun graces the slopes of Mt. Bachelor, outside of Bend, Oregon, the resort transforms for spring festivities. Beyond the allure of soft, sun-kissed snow, Mt. Bachelor curates a series of events that encapsulate the spirited essence of the season. This article offers a glimpse into the festivities awaiting visitors […]

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Nicky Blumm | March 27, 2025
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