How to Go Skiing in Loup Loup Ski Bowl, Washington

More than just luring avid skiers with its memorable name, Loup Loup Ski Bowl in north central Washington offers short lines, great Alpine and Nordic skiing, safety, and fun for all ages and skill levels of skiers. It has all the amenities and advantages of a private ski slope but with the low prices of a public hill. The Loup Loup Ski Bowl in Washington is a wonderful winterland escape for the entire family.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Computer with Internet access to book reservations
• Snow chains in case of heavy snowfall

Explore Skiing and Lodging Options at Loup Loup Ski Bowl

1. Explore lodging options on the Loup Loup Web site (see Resources below). Under 'Links,' They provide you with helpful links for nearby lodges as well as a central reservations link that will help you book hotels, lodges, and motels in the Methow Valley area of Washington.

2. Consider a season pass, if you plan to be in the area frequently. The season pass is about the equivalent of 10-12 separate ski lift tickets. There are discounts for children and students and others. You can order securely through their Web site (see Resources below). Call [phone] for more information.

3. Check out their options for not only Alpine skiing, but also their many acres of Nordic skiing, and even their tubing hill. A quad chair lift services the 10 major runs with 1,240 vertical feet.

Travel to Loup Loup Ski Bowl

4. Book a flight into the Spokane Airport, if taking a trip from out of state. It is the closest major airport to Loup Loup, though it is still 140 miles away. There are smaller commuter airports more promixate to the ski area, such as the Wenatchee airport, but the best option is to book a rental car from Spokane and make the trip on the road.

5. Find driving directions from Seattle, Wenatchee, and Spokane on the 'Area Maps' category of the Web site see Resources below). A popup window that will appear in the upper part of the site with directions for your trip.

Tips & Warnings

• The Loup Loup Ski Bowl has a very helpful Web site that will give you all the information you will need about ski conditions, options, passes and more.
• Check out the webcam shots on the Loup Loup Ski Bowl's Web site. Each day they are open for business they post still shots of the conditions and slopes of the ski area. It will give you a good idea what to expect.