Upgrades

Continued Capital Improvements

1% better everyday

High-Speed Quad Planning

Bluewood ownership is pleased to announce the installation of a detachable high-speed quad to upgrade the Skyline Express. The lift will go in as soon as the snow melts in the Summer of 2025. You can read more in the press release here.

Base Yurt Relocation

The Base Yurt will be moved to create more space in front of the lodge. It’s new home will be found somewhere unique for a mid-mountain not-so-apres-ski stop. Pending forest service approval, it will find it’s new home near/around/at the top of Baby Face. 

Snow Making in the Base Area

As soon as the well tests out, we will be installing snowmaking around the base area to help us in the early season. It may not come in handy every year, but if it helps out one out of every five years, it will be worth the investment. 

New Cat

This year, we got a new dedicated snow cat to help out on the mountain and support rounding out the Nickel Bowl Terrain Park. Groomers will be even more crispy, and Chris, the Cat Operator, might be a little more chipper after grooming all night because of it.

Pub Remodel

The Pub is going to be your new favorite spot for apres ski. New drink and food selections will give you a good reason to take off your boots and stay awhile. New vibe, TVs, tables… we’re excited for you to see it.

BBQ station

You heard that right. There will be smokin’ BBQ eats all. season. long. Venture down to the second floor next to The Pub for the auxiliary food station that will help keep food lines short and a timeless variety on the food menu.

Fixed potholes

Bumpy rides no more. Get ready for a smooth drive in and out! We do our best to keep up with the potholes that pop up, but Mother Nature and Father Winter do give us a run for our money. Bluewood Pothole Patching Company now needs a logo. Jkjk. But seriously.

3rd Floor Remodel

New look, who dis?! That’s right, our 3rd-floor lodge got a complete facelift.

Revamped Terrain Park

Welcome to Gnarnia. With 150 feet of brand-new steel, 6 rails, 15 jumps, and 2 hips, you’re set to challenge your skills.

Updated Menu + New Drink Options

The Bluewood Grill, The Pub, and the Summit Yurt have been upgraded to include tasty eats and drinks at each location for convenience around the whole mountain.

Overflow parking lot

We created a secondary parking lot with a shuttle service to provide additional parking on our busiest days!

EZ Rider conveyor lifts

Installed in 2018, two conveyor lifts in the beginner area provide an easy ride for those who are learning and practicing.

Prinoth snowcats

Purchased in 2018 and 2021, respectively, two Prinoth snowcat machines provide optimized trail grooming during the ski season.

Summit yurt

Completed in 2018, The Yurt at Sun Spot, located at the summit, provides snacks, drinks and a place to take a break.

Base yurt

Completed in 2020 and located at the base area near the ski racks, this structure is where prepurchased tickets are picked up.

The Hub

Completed in 2020 and located at the upper corner of the parking lot to the left of the lodge, The Hub houses the Rentals and SnowSports departments.