FOREST SERVICE–SNOWBOWL   WINTER SEASON ACCESS POLICY

All ski runs and trails are closed to uphill traffic when the lifts are operating. The uphill traffic restriction is in
effect 1 hour prior to the lifts opening and until day end sweep has been completed and all skiers coming
downhill have arrived at the base area. Pets that are attended on a leash will be allowed in the parking lot area only.

8.5 Winter Access to the Permit Area
People departing the ski area or going off area has been discussed in Sections 3.3.2 and 3.3.3. People wanting
to enter the Permit Area can do so as long as grooming and or snowmaking operations are not ongoing on the
particular run they are skiing or boarding and as long as they are not traveling uphill during regular business
hours while the lifts are running. Outside of regular business hours, public access is not allowed on runs while
grooming and or snowmaking are occurring on that run. Snowbowl shall not be responsible for skiers or
snowboarders inside the ski area boundary before or after regular business hours.

Please contact Carl Anderson, 329-3976 or Katie Knoket, 329-3962, if you have any questions.

Link to Forest Service Site

Risk of Avalanche

While snow safety and avalanche mitigation efforts help reduce the risk of avalanches, avalanches and snow slides may occur at ski areas, both inside and outside of the posted boundaries.  Avalanches are an inherent risk of the sport due to the nature of  snow and its accumulation on steep, mountainous terrain.  Become educated on how to reduce the risk of injury or death from avalanches through your own actions and awareness.  Visit http://www.avalanche.org or contact the Snowbowl ski patrol for further information on the risks and prevention of avalanche-related injuries or death.

Off Trail Use, Tree Wells and Snow Immersion Death

Skiing and riding off groomed trails involves added risks including snow covered hazards and falling into unconsolidated snow especially around trees—tree wells. A person can get trapped in deep unconsolidated snow around a tree and die by suffocation. The more someone moves and struggles the more they become entrapped. Here are some things you can do to prevent this type of accident.

  • Always ski with a partner and make sure you are in visual contact at all times.
  • Stay away from trees. Even a 10 foot tree can have a deadly well.
  • Ski and ride in control

 

YOUR RESPONSIBILITY CODE-WINTER SEASON

  1.  Always stay in control. You must be able to stop or avoid people or objects.
  2.  People ahead or downhill of you have the right-of-way. You must avoid them.
  3.  Stop only where you are visible from above and do not restrict traffic.
  4.  Look uphill and avoid others before starting downhill or entering a trail.
  5.  You must prevent runaway equipment.
  6.  Read and obey all signs, warnings, and hazard markings.
  7.  Keep off closed trails and out of closed areas.
  8.  You must know how and be able to load, ride and unload lifts safely. If you need assistance, ask the lift attendant.
  9.  Do not use lifts or terrain when impaired by alcohol or drugs.
  10.  If you are involved in a collision or incident, share your contact information with each other and a ski area employee.

Winter sports involve risk of serious injury or death. Your knowledge, decisions and actions contribute to your safety and that of others. If you need help understanding the Code, please ask any Snowbowl employee.

MOUNTAIN BIKERS RESPONSIBILITY CODE

Ride in control and within your ability level. You must be able to avoid other people and objects. Hikers maybe on the same trails and maintenance vehicles may be encountered.

Yield to slower riders, riders below you and foot traffic.

Wear a helmet–this is mandatory.  Depending on your riding style other appropriate safety gear is recommended.

Carefully inspect your bike before you go on the trails.

Plan and dress appropriately-the weather and conditions can change quickly.

Stay on marked trails.  Do not cut switchbacks.  No uphill bike traffic while the lift is operating.

Do not stop where you obstruct a trail or are not visible from above.

Stay off the lift and trails if your ability is impaired by drugs, alcohol or fatigue.

If you are involved in or witness an accident, please assist.  Carry a cell phone, for help call Snowbowl 549-9777 or 911.  Trails are not regularly patrolled. Do not ride alone.

Look uphill and yield to other riders when entering a trail or starting downhill.

Be sure your have the physical dexterity, ability and knowledge to safely load, ride and unload the lift.  Ask the Lift Attendant for assistance if you need it.

Do not feed, provoke or approach wildlife.

Know the Code-be Safety Conscious-It is Your Responsibility

 

DRONE RESTRICTIONS

Use of drones over Forest Service land is prohibited.  Use of drones over the private land at the base area requires prior approval from the Snowbowl management.