Celebrating Our Independent Skiing Community
From the very first flakes of snow, our passionate community continued the Indy tradition of uniting on the slopes of independent resorts. As the snow melts and the 22/23 ski season ends, we want to highlight our most memorable year yet. A Growing Community: Four years ago, the Indy Pass was born with a simple… Read more »
Catch Some Rays and Some Runs This Spring
Don’t put those skis away yet! Spring is in the air and it’s time to hit the slopes for some end-of-season slush laps at some of the best independent resorts in the country. With warmer weather, longer days, and loose, carefree skiing, there’s no better time to hit the mountain. Spring is also a great… Read more »
23/24 Indy Pass Announcement
The 23/24 Indy Pass is now on sale! Here’s everything you need to know about getting the best price for the 23/24 season.
Ski Japow: Your Next Winter Adventure Awaits
Ready to uncover the ultimate ski destination? Look no further than the best-kept secret of the skiing world: Japan’s northern Tohoku region. With feather-light and dry snow thanks to the combination of the cold Siberian Air and the warm air from the Sea of Japan, Japan’s ski terrain has earned the coveted title of “Japow.”… Read more »
Returning Alpine Resorts Confirmed for the 23/24 Season
**Edit: As of April 9th, 104/105 resorts have been confirmed for the 23/24 season. Mt. Ashland and Mt. Hood Meadows have been confirmed since the last update. Snow Valley Mountain Resort, which was acquired by Alterra Mountain Company, is the only resort that won’t be returning. Stay tuned for returning allied resorts and cross-country resorts on… Read more »
The Future of Indy Pass
A Message from Doug Fish Dear Passholders, When we first conceived the Indy Pass in 2018, there was a glaring need for an affordable pass to access the hundreds of great independent resorts across North America. Going into our fifth season, the growth and widespread acceptance of the Indy Revolution has been highly gratifying. Today,… Read more »
Save Big, Play Bigger this Spring Break
Unleash the adventurer in you this spring break with the 22/23 Indy Pass! Enjoy access to 40 breathtaking resorts across the Western US and get ready for a cost-effective, powder-packed ticket to endless fun. One of the great things about the Indy Pass is its versatility. With 22 resorts in the Rockies and 18 along… Read more »
Trip Tips: How to maximize your season with the Indy Pass
With the winter season well underway, we figured it was about time to offer a few tried and true “trip tips” to help maximize your time on and off the mountain this season. Tip #1: Check if Resorts Require Advanced Reservations A small handful of Indy Resorts require advanced reservations before you get to the… Read more »
Indy Pass Announces Partnership with Native Campervans
Indy Pass has the perfect partner this ski season! Are you ready for an Indy road trip? For those seeking fresh tracks or just a relaxing van life experience, Native Campervans has the rig for you. Get exclusive savings on the adventure of a lifetime. Go for a road trip this season in style at… Read more »
Indy Pass Adds Four More Resorts in the Northeast
PORTLAND, Ore. (November 29, 2022) – The Indy Pass has added Peek’n Peak Resort in Western New York, Tussey Mountain in Pennsylvania, Catamount Outdoor Family Center in Vermont, and Rangeley Lakes Trail Center in Maine. All of these new resorts will offer unrestricted access for Indy Base Pass holders. “The Northeast is by far our… Read more »
Indy Pass Adds Two More Resorts in Colorado
PORTLAND, Ore. (November 15, 2022) – The Indy Pass has added Colorado resorts Granby Ranch and Echo Mountain to its growing roster for the 22/23 season. They join Colorado’s Sunlight Mountain and Bluebird Backcountry, both added in the past few months. Granby Ranch will blackout the Christmas Holiday, and all other Colorado Indy resorts will… Read more »
IPOS 2 Spotlight: Lutsen Mountains
Picture this: if Stowe, Steamboat Springs and Whistler had a love child, you’d be holding Lutsen Mountains in the crook of your elbow. The resort features two peaks connected by the only gondy in the Midwest, overlooking the vastness of Lake Superior. Boasting the second highest peak in the Midwest (825 ft), Lutsen is a… Read more »
IPOS 2 Spotlight: Buck Hill
Buck Hill was also started by none other than Fred Pabst Jr (of PBR acclaim) in the 1930’s. Fred abandoned his ski empire dream after a few bad snow years and in 1954, after being set up on a blind date and hitting it off, Chuck and Nancy Stone decided it would be fun to… Read more »
IPOS 2 Spotlight: Nordic Mountain
Owner Rick Schmitz purchased the mountain in 2005 at only twenty-two years old. Let’s just say that some of the old-timers were a bit skeptical. Luckily Rick’s dedication won over the staff and he’s been part of the success at keeping the soul of Nordic Mountain well fed and alive. The TGR crew was lucky… Read more »
IPOS 2 Spotlight: Granite Peak
Granite Peak opened its slopes in 1937, one of the first in North America following Stowe and Sun Valley. Located in Rib Mountain State Park, this Wisconsin ski resort boasts the state’s only high speed six pack and steepest vertical drop (700’). The TGR crew found itself lapping a boarder-cross style run with rollers and… Read more »
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