Backcountry Access information
Skeetawk’s Backcountry Access remains OPEN to the public. The backcountry area is not patrolled and there is no avalanche mitigation being performed. Please respect the backcountry area and treat it as you would any other backcountry area. All terrain outside the designated lift zone is considered “backcountry”.
Check out Hatcher Pass Avalanche Center for information on weather and avalanche conditions.
Uphill Travel Policy
Uphill travel is not permitted within Skeetawk’s operational boundary as indicated by the red and blue zones. All backcountry travelers may use the designated BC uphill travel route. This provides appropriate access to both Frostbite and 4068′. Downhill traffic remains available within the operational boundary. Skeetawk appreciates your cooperation by respecting the signs and lines.
AVALANCHE SAFETY KITS
Available for rent for $35/day at the Skeetawk Rental Shop. They include a backpack with collapsible shovel, snow probe, and beacon.
Backcountry Parking
When Skeetawk’s gate is open, backcountry users are welcome to park in Skeetawk’s parking lot. There is no parking fee, but please feel free make a donation online or purchase a membership to help with the upkeep of the parking lot and driveway.
Please do not park in front of either gate. Violators will be towed at owner’s expense.
Parking hours
MON • 10am – 8pm
TUE • 10am – 3pm
WED • CLOSED
THR • 9am – 4pm
FRI • 3pm – 8pm
SAT • 9am – 5pm
SUN • 9am – 5pm
