Wyoming

Off Peak Podcast Episode 7: Resort Lodging

The team highlights notable lodges and hostels from recent trips to Jackson Hole, Whistler, Killington, and other resorts.

Ikon Lowers Pass Prices, Extends Date For Cheapest Rate

This afternoon, we received a press release from Alterra announcing the extension of the cheapest price for the 20/21 Ikon Pass to May 26th, 2020. Ikon has dropped the current renewal price for both the base ($649 to $599) and full ($899 to $799) passes, doubling the initial discount.

Ikon Allows 20/21 Season Passholders to Defer to 21/22

This evening, we received an email from Ikon alerting passholders that all 20/21 season passes will now have “Adventure Assurance” to defer the use of their pass until the 21/22 season. This insurance will be valid regardless of when the pass is purchased.

Ikon Extends 20/21 Pass Discounts to June 16

Alterra put out a press release this morning announcing an extension of discounted Ikon Pass prices and renewal discounts until June 16. Prices will go up on June 17.

Ikon Adds 21/22 Pass Credits in the Event of COVID-19 Closures This Season

This morning, Ikon released an expanded Assurance Policy on their website. If Ikon Pass destinations close due to COVID-19 between December 10, 2020 and April 11, 2021, passholders will receive a “proportional credit” towards the purchase of a 21/22 Ikon Pass product.

Mountain Collective Launches 20/21 Pass With Pre-Season Assurance and Early-Purchase Bonus Day

The 2020-21 Mountain Collective Pass went on sale this week with no-questions-asked refunds before October 16, 2020 and a bonus free third day “while supplies last.” However, the pass currently lacks a mid-season deferment or refund policy.

Snow King

This small, local Wyoming resort offers cheap lift tickets and demanding slopes—and has seen significant revitalization for the 2021-22 season. But a number of shortcomings still make the mountain less than ideal for beginner and intermediate visitors.

Grand Targhee

This Wyoming resort isn’t the largest or craziest out there, but it offers incredible snow and a distinctive, remote vibe.

Jackson Hole

This Teton resort lives up to its extremely demanding reputation. Beginners need not apply.