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Ikon Pass for 25/26 Ski Season On Sale March 13 with New Benefits, Discounts, Expanded Access at 60+ Global Destinations

Palisades Tahoe, in California’s Sierra Nevadas, is one of more than 60 iconic mountain destinations that skiers and riders can access on the Ikon Pass © Karen Rubin/goingplacesfarandnear.com

DENVER, CO Ikon Pass goes on sale for the 25/26 winter season on Thursday, March 13, 2025, providing access to more than 60 mountain destinations across the Americas, Europe, Australia, New Zealand, and Japan

“Buy your 25/26 Ikon Pass this spring at its lowest prices of the year, with the most discounts and offers, and unlock more joy for an entire winter. This season, the better the pass, the better the perks, with access to over 60 of the world’s most iconic mountain destinations,” said Erik Forsell, Chief Marketing Officer, Alterra Mountain Company.

WHAT’S NEW FOR 25/26

A Cross-Border Snow Paradise in Austria

Ischgl has been added to Ikon Pass for the 25/26 season, the seventh Ikon Pass destination in Europe. Ski or ride 1,273 acres across Austria and Switzerland and experience joie de vivre in this Tyrolean alpine town.

Ischgl is one of Europe’s most dynamic ski destinations, where Austria meets Switzerland for a seamless cross-border experience. For deep powder and big mountain lines, head to Val Gronda where a giant cable car brings guests into an untouched backcountry zone, where skiers and riders can drop in on open bowls and long descents. Known for its long season with snow from November to May, a modern lift system, and legendary après-ski, Ischgl delivers the ideal mix of sport, lifestyle, and entertainment, capped off by its Top of the Mountain concerts, featuring global music icons.

Expanded Access at Arapahoe Basin

For the 25/26 season, Arapahoe Basin in Colorado will now have unlimited access with no blackouts on Ikon Pass. Ikon Base Pass will remain at 5-day access, also with no blackouts.

Another change is that Windham Mountain Club in New York is no longer available on any Ikon Pass product for the 25/26 season.

PASS HOLDER DISCOUNTS & BENEFITS

Peak Perks – The Better the Pass, the Better the Perks

Plus up the power of the pass with Peak Perks, a tailored collection of benefits tiered for each pass, including mountain discounts, access to additional mountains, experiences and savings on the brands skiers and riders love. Please visit here for complete details, terms & conditions apply.

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 Buy Now Ride Now – 2025 Spring Access for New Pass Holders
Buy now and get unlimited spring skiing at up to 17 mountains, with immediate access at select destinations. New for 25/26 – upgrade from an Ikon Base Pass and get an extra week of spring skiing at select destinations.

  • New Ikon Pass Holders
  • Starting March 13 – Get immediate unlimited spring skiing access at Big Bear Mountain Resort, Snow Valley, Solitude, Snowshoe, Stratton, Sugarbush, Schweitzer, Crystal Mountain, and Blue Mountain, Canada
    • Starting March 31 – one week earlier than spring 2024 – Get access to Arapahoe Basin, Winter Park, Steamboat, Mammoth Mountain, June Mountain, Palisades Tahoe, Tremblant, and Deer Valley (no reservations required)
  • New Ikon Base Pass Holders
  • Starting March 13 – Get immediate unlimited spring skiing access at Big Bear Mountain Resort, Snow Valley, Solitude, Snowshoe, Stratton, Sugarbush, and Blue Mountain, Canada
    • Starting April 7 – Get access to Winter Park, Steamboat, Mammoth Mountain, June Mountain, Palisades Tahoe, and Tremblant
  • 2025 spring access is not available on any 25/26 Ikon Session Pass

More Heli Discounts
Get up to $2,000 CAD to be used toward a CMH Heli-Skiing and Mike Wiegele Helicopter Skiing adventure during select dates throughout the 25/26 winter season. (Terms & conditions apply.)

More Free Summer Bike Park Days

This summer, Ikon Pass will now come with two free bike park lift tickets to use at their choice of select destinations: Mammoth Mountain, Big Bear Mountain Resort, Snow Valley, Steamboat, Aspen Snowmass, Taos Ski Valley, Sun Valley, Schweitzer, Snowshoe, Panorama, RED Mountain, Sun Peaks, Revelstoke, Snowbasin, Solitude, Brighton, Stratton, Killington, Loon Mountain, Sugarloaf, The Highlands, Blue Mountain, PA, and Grandvalira Resorts Andorra. (Ikon Base Pass will continue to receive one free bike park lift ticket; benefit is not valid on Ikon Session Pass. Terms & conditions apply.)

Additional new benefits and discounts are now available only on Ikon Pass. Offers not valid on Ikon Base Pass or Ikon Session Pass. (Terms and conditions apply.)

NEW: Gravity Haus
Elevate your mountain lifestyle with 20% off a Gravity Haus membership. With locations in Steamboat, Winter Park, Aspen, Jackson Hole, and soon Big Sky, Ikon Pass holders can enjoy perks, lodging discounts, fitness, recovery, co-working and gear, while connecting with fellow adventurers that fuel a passion for exploration.

NEW: WHITESPACEPrimed for performance. Crafted for control. Discover why Shaun White’s WHITESPACE is the exclusive snowboard partner of Ikon Pass with special 20% savings on boards crafted for riders, by riders.

NEW: 4FRNT Skis & Gear4FRNT is hooking Ikon Pass holders up with 20% off a one-time purchase of award-winning 4FRNT branded gear.

NEW: SIXT Car Rental
Save up to 20% off car rentals with SIXT, the preferred rental car company of Ikon Pass. Pass holders can save on ski trips and anywhere else their travels may take them.

NEW: Bonus Mountain Access
Ikon Pass holders now get two free days at bonus mountains across North America including Wild Mountain and Buck Hill Ski & Snowboard Area in Minnesota, Cranmore Mountain Resort in New Hampshire, and Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort in Massachusetts.

The North Face
                Elevate your adventures with 20% off gear at thenorthface.com.

Blenders
Save up to 40% on Blenders’ cleanest and coldest sunglasses, snow goggles, and helmets at blenderseyewear.com.

Under Canvas  

As an Ikon Pass holder, seize an exclusive discount on any immersive experience from Under Canvas, the leader in upscale, outdoor hospitality. Choose from 14 extraordinary destinations with safari-inspired accommodations, including Moab, Zion, the Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, and more.

US Ski & Snowboard Team
Get 30% off the U.S. Ski & Snowboard Team’s Insider Fan Program. Help support the athletes and get exclusive access at domestic World Cup events, athlete meet-and-greets, partner discounts, custom swag, and more.

IKON PASS COMMUNITY MEMBER BENEFITS

Renewal Discount

For a limited time, renewal discounts are offered to 24/25 Ikon Pass and Ikon Base Pass holders for the 25/26 season, with savings of up to $100 ($130 CAD).

Ikon Pass Travel
For a limited time, save up to $200 on every winter 25/26 vacation booked before May 2, 2025 with Ikon Pass Travel, an exclusive trip planning site for pass holders.

Ikon Pass Travel is an online travel planning service exclusively for members of the Ikon Pass community that offers the ability to seamlessly explore and book all aspects of adventure across Ikon Pass destinations. Browse and compare airfare, hotels, and activities across Ikon Pass destinations to create a vacation package or be matched with an Ikon Pass Travel specialist. (Terms and conditions apply.)

Ikon Pass First Tracks
Ikon Pass and Ikon Base Pass holders can access untouched powder and corduroy before the lifts open one designated morning per month in January, February, and March 2026 at participating destinations during the 25/26 winter season. (Ikon Pass First Tracks is not available on the 25/26 Ikon Session Pass.)

Payment Plan with Affirm

For a limited time, lock in an Ikon Pass with Affirm for as low as $0 down and 0% APR, and split the payments over 3, 6, or 12 months. (Terms apply.)

Child Pass Promotion

For a limited time, save up to $200 ($280 CAD) on Child passes with the purchase of any Adult pass. To provide additional value for families looking to ski and ride together, Ikon Pass holders can purchase up to two discounted Child Ikon Passes or Child Ikon Base Passes for children ages 5-12 with the purchase of an Adult Ikon Pass or Adult Ikon Base Pass.

Confidence to Buy

No Hassle Deferral: If a 25/26 Ikon Pass holder decides not to use their pass after purchase, for any reason, by December 11, 2025, they can elect to defer their pass to receive a full credit for the purchase price of their unused 25/26 Ikon Pass to be used toward the purchase of a 26/27 Ikon Pass. Additional coverage options can be purchased through Spot Insurance. (Terms and conditions apply.)

25/26 IKON PASS PRICING

Ikon Pass starting at $1,329 ($1,789 CAD)

Ikon Base Pass starting at $909 ($1,229 CAD)

Ikon Session Pass starting at $259 ($349 CAD)

For all Ikon Pass products and pricing, visit https://www.ikonpass.com/en/shop-passes.

IKON PASS BY THE NUMBERS*                                        
Destinations: 61                                                       
Continents: 5
Countries: 11
States: 16                                                                          
Canadian Provinces: 4
European Countries: 5
Total Acres: 268,957
Trails: 7,486
Lifts: 1,689

Ikon Pass goes on sale for winter 25/26 on March 13, 2025. For more information visit www.ikonpass.com.

Operated by Alterra Mountain Company, the Ikon Pass unlocks adventure at iconic and unique destinations including Aspen Snowmass, Steamboat, Winter Park, Copper Mountain Resort, Arapahoe Basin, and  Eldora Mountain Resort in Colorado; Palisades Tahoe, Sierra-at-Tahoe, Mammoth Mountain, June Mountain, Big Bear Mountain Resort and Snow Valley in California; Jackson Hole Mountain Resort in Wyoming; Big Sky Resort in Montana; Alyeska Resort in Alaska; Stratton, Sugarbush Resort, and Killington in Vermont; Snowshoe in West Virginia; The Highlands and Boyne Mountain in Michigan; Crystal Mountain and The Summit at Snoqualmie in Washington; Mt. Bachelor in Oregon; Sun Valley and Schweitzer in Idaho; Tremblant in Quebec and Blue Mountain in Ontario, Canada; SkiBig3 in Alberta, Canada; Revelstoke Mountain Resort, RED Mountain, Cypress Mountain, Panorama Mountain Resort and Sun Peaks Resort in British Columbia, Canada; Sunday River and Sugarloaf in Maine; Loon Mountain in New Hampshire; Camelback Resort and Blue Mountain Resort in Pennsylvania; Taos Ski Valley in New Mexico; Deer Valley Resort, Solitude Mountain Resort, Brighton Resort, Alta Ski Area, Snowbird and Snowbasin in Utah; Chamonix Mont-Blanc Valley in France; Dolomiti Superski in Italy; Grandvalira Resorts Andorra in Andorra; Kitzbühel and Ischgl in Austria; Zermatt and St. Moritz in Switzerland; Thredbo and Mt Buller in Australia; Coronet Peak, The Remarkables, and Mt Hutt in New Zealand; Niseko United and Arai Snow Resort in Japan; and Valle Nevado in Chile. Special offers are available at CMH Heli-Skiing & Summer Adventures and Mike Wiegele Helicopter Skiing, the world’s leading heli-skiing and heli-accessed hiking operations. For more information, please visit www.ikonpass.com

Alterra Mountain Company is a family of iconic year-round mountain destinations, the world’s leading heli-skiing operations, and Ikon Pass – the premier ski and snowboard season pass offering access to more than 60 iconic mountain destinations around the world. Headquartered in Denver, Colorado and born out of a shared love of the mountains and adventure, the company has brought together some of the world’s most aspirational brands, including: Steamboat, Winter Park and Arapahoe Basin in Colorado; Palisades Tahoe, Mammoth Mountain, June Mountain, Big Bear Mountain Resort and Snow Valley in California; Stratton Mountain and Sugarbush Resort in Vermont; Snowshoe Mountain in West Virginia; Tremblant in Quebec and Blue Mountain in Ontario, Canada; Crystal Mountain in Washington; Schweitzer in Idaho; Deer Valley Resort and Solitude Mountain Resort in Utah; and CMH Heli-Skiing & Summer Adventures and Mike Wiegele Helicopter Skiing in British Columbia. Also included in the portfolio are Alpine Aerotech, a worldwide helicopter support and maintenance service center in British Columbia, Canada, Aspenware, the ski industry leader in technology services and e-commerce, and Ski Butlers, the global leader in ski and snowboard rental delivery. For more information, please visit www.alterramtn.co.

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Alta Ski Area, IKON Pass Partner, To Open Nov. 23; Capacity Managed Through Parking; Pre-Purchase Day Tickets at 20% Off

Skiing resumes at Alta Ski Area, Utah, a partner in IKON ski pass and the Mountain Collective,  on November 23 © Dave E. Leiberman/goingplacesfarandnear.com

Alta Ski Area in Utah, a partner with the IKON ski pass program as well as the Mountain Collective, is set to open for the 2021-21 ski season on Monday, November 23.

“With our season cut short last year, we can all get back to doing what we love most—skiing. The snow dances have worked, delivering 57″ of snow with more on the way. Check our Lift and Terrain Status page for projected terrain openings as we kick off our 83rd winter.

“Skiing will look different this year. Be patient. Be kind. We’re all in this together. Explore Alta’s thoughtful COVID-19 response.”

Alta, a skiers-only area, is offering Off-Peak and Peak pricing this winter. Day tickets can be purchased daily at any ticket window. Pre-purchased tickets can be bought at alta.com, with savings up to 20% off the ticket window price. Tickets FAQ’s.

Road and Parking: Skier capacity will be managed daily through available parking on a first-come, first-served basis. Mountain capacity will be based on weather, snowpack, available terrain and our indoor facilities’ capacity. Know before you go. Alta’s newly created parking forecast provides skiers the necessary road and parking updates ahead of a busy winter. Learn More.

Grab-And-Go Food Options: Located in the Wildcat and Albion Parking lot will be grab-and-go breakfast and lunch options. Eat in your car to practice social distancing while refueling for skiing.

Restaurants: The two-year expansion of the mid-mountain Alf’s Restaurant is complete. Additions include a new Alta Ski Shop and coffee shop serving waffles. All day lodges, Alf’s Restaurant, Watson’s Shelter and the Albion Day Lodge, will be limited to 50% indoor capacity. Collins Grill will remain closed for the 2020-21 season. Skiers are asked to limit their time in restaurants to 30 minutes or shorter. Dining options at Alta.

Alf Engen Ski School: The Alf Engen Ski School will start the season offering private lessons only. Reservations are suggested. Contact the Alf Engen Ski School at 801.799.2271 for information.

Alta Ski Shops: The Alta Ski Shop is open daily at the Albion Day Lodge. Skiers can rent skis, pick up Alta-branded gear, or demo performance skis at the Albion Day Lodge. Ski rentals at the Wildcat Ski Shop are available with reservations by 2 pm the day before only.

Town of Alta: Part of the uniqueness of the Town of Alta and Alta Ski Area is Alta’s historic lodges that significantly contribute to Alta’s character and uniqueness. In a typical winter, these lodges offer a vibrant Après scene after a day skiing powder. This year, due to COVID-19, only lodge guests are permitted in these world-renowned watering holes. The Shallow Shaft Restaurant will not open for the season.

Alta’s Sunnyside At 3 Program: Alta is proud to keep its Sunnyside At 3 program running. Between 3-4:30 pm, skiers can access beginner lifts with no blackout days with the purchase of a season adult or child Sunnyside At 3 card online for $59.

Continued Partnerships: Alta is excited to continue partner pass offerings with the IKON Pass and the Mountain Collective Pass. With 547″ snowfall average and 542″ last season, join us this Monday as we kick off the 2020-21 ski season.

Since 1938, this marks Alta Ski Area’s 83rd winter in operation. Originally a mining town, Alta was the first ski area in Utah to install a lift. Alta is a skiers-only mountain with majestic scenery, diverse terrain and a renowned snowfall average of 547″. There is a spirit to Alta we call #AltaMagic. Come for the skiing. Stay for the skiing

Visit alta.com for more information.

See: Alta, Utah: If You Can See It, You Can Ski It!

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Ikon Pass Collaborates with American Forests to Plant 22,500 Trees

Copper Mountain, Colorado one of the iconic mountain destinations in the Ikon Pass network. Ikon Pass, from the Alterra Mountain Company, is joining forces with American Forests for Shred for Sustainability, a program that invites Ikon Pass holders to help create healthy and resilient forests throughout North America. © Karen Rubin/goingplacesfarandnear.com

DENVER, CO– Ikon Pass is joining forces with American Forests for Shred for Sustainability, a program that invites Ikon Pass holders to help create healthy and resilient forests throughout North America.

Ikon Pass holders are encouraged to rack up their skier days at Ikon Pass destinations throughout winter 20/21 and watch their stats climb on the Ikon Pass app Leaderboard. In April 2021, the top 10 Ikon Pass holders with the most ski days from the All Season Leaderboards from each North American resort will have the chance to have 50 trees each donated in their name, totaling 22,500 trees planted throughout six forest projects. Potential Shred for Sustainability volunteer planting events will be announced in spring 2021.

“Ikon Pass is proud to collaborate with an organization such as American Forests that shares our commitment to sustainability,” said Erik Forsell, Chief Marketing Officer, Alterra Mountain Company. “We revel in the opportunity to engage the Ikon Pass community in a way that gives back to the mountains we all love.”

“We are thrilled to have the support of Ikon Pass and its pass holders who recognize that taking care of our forests is essential to a healthy environment and high-quality recreation experiences,” said Jad Daley, President and CEO of American Forests. “This commitment of support will help us reforest mountain landscapes beloved by skiers, snowboarders, and other recreationists, from Canada to California, using climate-informed tree planting techniques that will enable these forests to thrive for years to come.”

To participate, Ikon Pass holders must download the Ikon Pass app, create an account and turn on tracking each day on the mountain. The Ieaderboard tracks lifts, trails, distance, hours, vertical feet, max speed, altitude, and difficulty of trails skied themselves and against the entire Ikon Pass community. For official rules, visit www.ikonpass.com/shred-for-sustainability.

The Ikon Pass unlocks adventure with access to 44 iconic winter destinations across the Americas, Europe, Japan, Australia and New Zealand and is a collaboration of industry leaders – Alterra Mountain Company, Aspen Skiing Company, Boyne Resorts, POWDR, Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, Alta Ski Area, Snowbird, Arapahoe Basin Ski Area, SkiBig3, Revelstoke Mountain Resort, RED Mountain, Taos Ski Valley, Windham Mountain, Zermatt, Thredbo, Mt Buller, Niseko United, Valle Nevado, and NZ Ski. Each demonstrates integrity, character and independence that is reflected in their mountains and guests.

The Ikon Pass is available now at www.ikonpass.com.

The Ikon Pass, from Alterra Mountain Company, gives skiers and riders access to mountain destinations across the Americas, Europe, Australia, New Zealand, and Japan. These include Aspen Snowmass, Steamboat, Winter Park, Copper Mountain Resort, Arapahoe Basin Ski Area, and Eldora Mountain Resort in Colorado; Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows, Mammoth Mountain, June Mountain and Big Bear Mountain Resort in California; Jackson Hole Mountain Resort in Wyoming; Big Sky Resort in Montana; Stratton, Sugarbush Resort, and Killington in Vermont; Windham Mountain in New York; Snowshoe in West Virginia; Boyne Highlands and Boyne Mountain in Michigan; Crystal Mountain and The Summit at Snoqualmie in Washington; Mt. Bachelor in Oregon; Tremblant in Quebec and Blue Mountain in Ontario, Canada; SkiBig3 in Alberta, Canada; Revelstoke Mountain Resort, RED Mountain, and Cypress Mountain in British Columbia, Canada; Sunday River and Sugarloaf in Maine; Loon Mountain in New Hampshire; Taos Ski Valley, New Mexico; Deer Valley Resort, Solitude Mountain Resort, Brighton Resort, Alta Ski Area, and Snowbird in Utah; Zermatt in Switzerland; Thredbo and Mt Buller in Australia; Coronet Peak, The Remarkables, Mt Hutt in New Zealand; Niseko United in Japan, and Valle Nevado in Chile. Special offers are available at CMH Heli-Skiing & Summer Adventures, the world’s largest heli-skiing and heli-accessed hiking operation. For more information, visitwww.ikonpass.com.

American Forests has worked longer than any other national nonprofit conservation organization in the United States to conserve and restore the country’s forests. Since its founding in 1875, it has been a pathfinder for the forest conservation movement. In the early 1900s, for example, the organization rallied forest advocates to champion creation of the U.S. Forest Service. In 2018, it won a decade-long campaign persuading Congress to provide stable funding for preventing and fighting forest fires. Now it is focused on building a reforestation movement in America, from cities to large, rural landscapes. “We create healthy and resilient forests, from cities to wilderness, that deliver essential benefits for climate, people, water and wildlife. We advance our mission through forestry innovation, place-based partnerships to plant and restore forests, and movement building.”

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