ALLOWED:

• Alpine skis
• Telemark Skis
• Snowboards
• Snowblades/Ski Boards
• Snowskates with metal edges and a leash
• Mono skis

NOT ALLOWED:

• Sleds, Tubes, Saucers and Toboggans
• Body Sleds
• Snowmobiles
• Ski Bikes
• One-wheels

MT. BACHELOR SKI RESORT CLOSED AREAS POLICY

Closed areas within the Mt. Bachelor permit area are defined by, but not limited to OPEN/CLOSED signs at the top of lifts and runs, rope lines, active grooming and avalanche control work. Skiing/snowboarding in a closed area or on a closed run — which includes the outlier lifts such as Cloudchaser, Outback, and Northwest when Mt. Bachelor has indicated that they are closed — may result in the loss of skiing/snowboarding privileges including suspension of a season pass.

Any rescue operations that are initiated on your behalf will result in the loss of skiing/snowboarding privileges and you will be subject to being billed for the total amount of the costs incurred by Mt. Bachelor during rescue operations. This amount will be no less than $1,000 and could be subject to search costs of $1,000 per hour. The length of time that your skiing/snowboarding privileges will be revoked will be determined by ski patrol and area management.

BACKCOUNTRY GATES TO KWOHL BUTTE

The catchline boundaries are permanently closed with the exception of the following Kwohl Butte backcountry access gate locations:

• Tott Butte off the West Catchline (GPS coordinates 43.96866, -121.68783)
• Sign 10 off the East Catchline (GPS coordinates 43.96552, -121.67662)

Access to these gates is only allowed via downhill skiing and riding from the Summit or Cloudchaser chairs, which require a valid lift ticket or season pass. Uphill hiking is not permitted in order to exit to the backcountry via these gates. Guests using these gates must enter and exit at these points only.

UPHILL TRAVEL POLCIY

Please respect avalanche closure areas. Mt. Bachelor maintains a Snow Safety Program throughout the operating season in the interest of the overall public and employee safety. This program consists of avalanche forecasting, monitoring known avalanche hazard areas, avalanche control, and protection methods. Mt. Bachelor follows a rescue plan, offers training and continuing education of patrol personnel and other employees, special interest groups, and the general public in avalanche safety and awareness.

HOW TO AVOID GETTING CAUGHT IN AN AVALANCHE:

• Pick the right day. Recent wind, snow, rain and rapid or prolonged thaw are signs of danger.
• Be alert for recent natural avalanches, "whoomping" sounds and shooting cracks. These are signs of an unstable snowpack.
• When you are in terrain steeper than 30 degrees, always travel one at a time while others watch from a safe location.
• Travel on the windward side of ridges. Never stop on or below steep slopes and cornices.
• Avoid terrain traps such as gullies, where even small avalanches can pile up deeply.

Mt. Bachelor is equipped with the RECCO avalanche rescue system.

As a resort policy, Mt. Bachelor does not allow skiers, snowboarders, Nordic skiers, snowshoers, uphill travelers, or other guests to carry infant/toddler backpacks, chest packs, wraps, or other similar devices on their bodies while using Mt. Bachelor’s chairlifts, conveyors, ski runs, Nordic ski runs, uphill routes, or snowshoeing trails.

Mt. Bachelor’s Safety Concerns Include:

1. National safety standards that govern chairlift design and operations (referred to as the ANSI B77 passenger ropeway standards) require chairlift passengers to be able to access chairlifts of their own accord and ability.
2. The chair or carrier’s design may preclude this type of use of a pack by a guest.
3. Safety concerns related to the potential evacuation of chairlifts and the equipment employed in such evacuations. Chairlift evacuation procedures require passengers to be unencumbered by packs, making a pack carrying infants/toddlers a threat to the safety of the parent/guardian, the infant/toddler, and the ski patrol who conduct such evacuations.

For these reasons, and others not outlined, Mt. Bachelor also does not permit the towing (front or rear) of anyone or anything, irrespective of age, up Mt. Bachelor’s designated uphill routes.

MOUNTAIN BIKER'S RESPONSIBILITY CODE

• Stay In Control. You are responsible for avoiding objects and people.
• Know Your Limits. Ride within your ability. Start small and work your way up.
• Protect Yourself. Use an appropriate bike, helmet, and protective equipment.
• Inspect And Maintain Your Equipment. Know your components and their operation prior to riding.
• Be Lift Smart. Know how to load, ride and unload safely. Ask if you need help.
• Inspect The Trails And Features. Conditions change constantly; plan and adjust your riding accordingly.
• Obey Signs And Warnings. Stay on marked trails only. Keep off closed trails and features, Ride in the direction indicated.
• Be Visible. Do not stop where you obstruct a trail, feature, landing or are not visible.
• Look Out For Others. Look both ways and yield when entering or crossing a road trail. When overtaking, use caution and yield to those ahead.
• Cooperate. If involved in or witness to an incident, identify yourself to staff.

The following items are required in order to ride a bike in Mt. Bachelor's Downhill Bike Park:

• Chairlift ticket
• Helmet
• Closed-toe shoes
• A bike with functioning front and rear brakes

The following items are strongly recommended when riding in Mt. Bachelor's Downhill Bike Park:

• A bike with full suspension (at least 5" of travel)
• A bike with disc brakes
• Full-face helmet
• Armor/padding and gloves

Mt. Bachelor is not responsible for damaged equipment; use this terrain at your own risk.

Know and follow the code, it is your responsibility. Below are the top three ways to staying safe in the Bike Park. 

• Stay in Control
• Know Your Limits
• Protect Yourself

• Obey all trail signs and markings and hike only on designated trails.
• Don't stop where you obstruct a trail or are not visible to others.
• Know how to use the lifts properly. When in doubt, ask a lift operator.
• Respect the environment and wildlife.
• Be prepared for constantly changing weather conditions.
• Some trails may be closed due to construction. Consult mountain bike staff for information.
• Please check in at Guest Services prior to accessing the trail system.
• Please hike on designated hiking trails and roads only.
• Hiking/outdoor footwear is recommended.

Out of safety concerns for guests, employees and resort property, as well as concerns for individual privacy, Mt. Bachelor prohibits the operation or use of unmanned aerial systems, or drones, by the general public - including recreational users and hobbyists. This prohibition includes drones used for filming or videotaping, as well as any drone use by media or journalists operating above or within Mt. Bachelor boundaries.

Any authorized operation of aerial drones may be governed by Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) rules and regulations, local law enforcement and/or U.S. Forest Service rules, as well as those policies separately established by Mt. Bachelor, which may include certification, training, insurance coverage, indemnification requirements and waivers or releases of liability.

Any violation of this policy may involve suspension of your resort privileges, or the revocation of your season pass, as well as confiscation of any drone equipment and may subject violators to any damages, including, but not limited to, damages for violations of privacy and/or physical or personal injuries or property damage as well as regulatory fines and legal fees.

WINTER

Mt. Bachelor’s policy states that no animals shall be allowed on ski terrain or ski lifts during the winter season, unless specifically trained, or is in the process of being trained, for avalanche search and rescue work and is under the direct control of Professional Ski Patrol staff. The use of service animals on ski lifts and ski terrain conflicts with Mt. Bachelor’s safety requirements necessary for the reasonably safe operation of our on-slope activities. These safety concerns include the use of service animals on the slopes that expose the user and other skiers/snowboarders to a safety hazard. These safety concerns are compounded by our facility’s high volume of trail use.  These safety requirements are based on actual risks and are not intended to be discriminatory in any way.

SUMMER

Mt. Bachelor supports the use of trained service dogs during the summer operating season. All service dogs must meet current ADA guidelines to include, but not be limited to: remaining under the direct control of the user at all times; be house broken; and be trained and utilized for a specific disability approved by ADA regulations. The use of service dogs on mountain biking trails conflict with Mt. Bachelor’s safety requirements necessary for the reasonably safe operation of our on-slope activities. These safety concerns include the use of service dogs that expose the user, mountain bikers and other rolling vehicles, to a safety hazard. These safety concerns are compounded by our facility’s large volume of trail use. Service dogs are approved for use on trails associated with approved hiking designation. Persons using service dogs shall obey all other permanent or temporary closures of terrain, trails, roads, or other areas within Mt. Bachelor’s Special Use Permit Area. These safety requirements are based on actual risks and are not intended to be discriminatory in any way

PEDESTRIAN AREAS USE

Mt. Bachelor supports the use of trained service dogs during the summer and winter operating seasons. All service dogs must meet current ADA guidelines to include, but not be limited to: remaining under the direct control of the user at all times; be house broken; and be trained and utilized for a specific disability approved by ADA regulations.

WINTER

• With other resort guests’ experiences in mind, please be sure to have your furry friends on a short leash and under control at all times. The Dog Park, adjacent to the West Village parking lot, is the only authorized off-leash area at Mt. Bachelor.
• Please leave aggressive dogs at home.
• Only service dogs are permitted within buildings.
• Dogs are not permitted in food service areas.
• Dogs are not permitted to ride the chair lift.
• Use the biodegradable poop bags provided as a service to you and your pets. Please throw away the bags after using them for their intended purpose. Garbage cans for disposal are located in the West Village Base and Parking Area.
• Due to frequent weather changes, we recommend that you do not leave your dog in an unattended vehicle. Please do not leave your pets tied to your vehicle while you ski or snowboard.

SUMMER

• Dogs are allowed on the Pine Marten chair lift during the summer months only if they are fitted with an owner-provided full-body harness capable of safely supporting the animal’s weight in the event a lift evacuation is required.
• Dogs are allowed on approved hiking trails only and must remain on a leash that is 8 feet or less.

DOG PARK

We have an off-leash Dog Park adjacent to the resort’s West Village parking area. This designated area is where dog owners can take their pets while visiting the mountain.

Please know that it is against resort policy to allow your pets to run free in the parking lots, as this creates safety and sanitary issues. No one wants to step in dog poop in their ski or snowboard boots.

The Dog Park has a groomed “snow-play” area, dog waste bags, and garbage cans to give our furry friends a place to burn off energy and take care of their business.

The Dog Park is located at the far west end of the West Village parking area and is the ONLY OFF-LEASH AREA of the resort!