Washington State is currently experiencing historic flooding never seen before, which is by definition a NATURAL DISASTER directly impacting the ‘CORE SEASON.’ Stevens Pass Ski Resort is located on Highway 2 in WA state, and is owned by Vail resorts.

The historic flooding resulted in widespread road closures, infrastructure damage, and declared emergency conditions across multiple counties. These floods have impacted every major roadway accessing Stevens Pass, making travel to the resort literally impossible currently.

Access via U.S. Highway 2 to Stevens Pass remains closed, and alternative routes are either unsafe, unreliable, or may not reopen for months—if at all before March! Claims that guests can simply “drive around” are misleading and irresponsible.

Even if detour routes were to open, they present serious and well-documented safety risks:

• Snoqualmie Pass is frequently dangerous due to heavy ski traffic, avalanche risk, and rapidly changing winter conditions.
• Blewett Pass is known for icy roads, steep terrain, and closures during storms.
• Detours behind Leavenworth add significant mileage and exposure to hazardous mountain driving.

These are not reasonable alternatives, especially during an active natural disaster. I’ve been going to Stevens Pass my entire life, cherishing the vibrant community and the thrill of skiing amidst the stunning Cascade Mountains. For generations, Stevens Pass has been a cornerstone of winter recreation in Washington State. However, recent actions by Vail Resorts, the current owners, have severely undermined that legacy.

Despite these unprecedented conditions, Vail Resorts is enforcing a no-refund policy, treating a natural disaster as a “personal choice.” They have even suggested guests travel over 200 miles (a 4+ hour drive) through treacherous mountain passes (PLURAL), while simultaneously promoting a message of safety. This contradiction is unacceptable.

This policy ignores the reality that many passholders are financially affected by the flooding itself. Homes are being flooded. Families are displaced. Roads are washed out. To deny refunds under these circumstances is not just unfair—it’s a slap in the face to a loyal community that has already endured years of disruption.

It’s impossible to ignore that just a few years ago, half of Stevens Pass was not operational for an entire season, yet passholders were still expected to absorb the loss. Once again, customers are being asked to bear the burden of circumstances entirely outside their control.

Encouraging travel under these conditions also risks overwhelming emergency services. In the event of an accident, the nearest major medical facility is in Wenatchee, hours away under ideal conditions—let alone during winter storms and disaster-level flooding.

We urge Vail Resorts to formally recognize these closures as a force majeure event and provide FULL REFUNDs ASAP to affected  passholders who have taken ZERO chairlifts this season, and do not plan risk their safety in these conditions. Safety should never be treated as optional, and loyalty should not be punished.

By signing this petition, you are standing up for fairness, accountability, and the safety of everyone who loves Stevens Pass. Let’s ensure this mountain remains a place of community, respect, and responsibility—not corporate indifference.