Overview

The Mission Ridge Expansion is the next chapter in the story of skiing in North Central Washington. Building on more than 50 years of local tradition, this project brings enhanced terrain, new chairlifts, upgraded facilities, and an all-new base village — enhancing the guest experience while staying true to Mission Ridge’s authentic, community-focused spirit.

What’s Coming

4 new chairlifts and 3 surface lifts
More than 600 acres of preserved open space
New beginner and intermediate ski runs
590 new day-use parking spots
Integrated backcountry touring access
New base village with dining, rentals, and guest services
57-room ski lodge and a mix of housing options to support short-term stays and seasonal needs
Snow tubing and snow play

A Mountain Built For Skiers

At the heart of the expansion is an uncompromising commitment to elevating the skiing and snowboarding experience.

7 New lifts

4 new chairlifts and 3 surface lifts designed for improved mountain flow and expanded access to new terrain, including ski-in/ski-out access from the new village base.

Significantly Expanded Terrain

New lift-served terrain will offer glade skiing, wide cruisers, and family-friendly learning areas — providing more variety for all ability levels.

Beginner Terrain You Can Grow With

Dedicated zones for first-time skiers and riders, including magic carpets, gentle grades, and progression-based design.

Integrated Nordic and Snowshoe Trails

Dedicated trails for Nordic skiing, snowshowing, tubing and snow play offer winter fun beyond the slopes.

Direct Connection to the Existing Resort

New ski runs and a connector road will tie the new base area to the current Mission Ridge lodge and terrain, allowing guests to explore both areas with ease.

The Village Base Area

The expansion includes a vibrant new village core at the base of the new terrain:

Lodging: A 57-room ski lodge, 621 condos, townhomes, and duplexes, as well as 265 single-family homes (designed for short-term stays and seasonal use).
Dining & Shopping: Restaurants, retail shops, and après-ski gathering spots.
Events & Amenities: Wedding venues, indoor/outdoor event space, and a walkable plaza atmosphere that brings the ski community together.

Long-Term Benefits

This is a long-term investment in sustainable recreation and local prosperity. Built in five thoughtfully phased stages over 20 years, the expansion focuses first on winter use, while also creating opportunities for future summer amenities.

Economic Growth
The expansion is estimated to more than double Mission Ridge’s economic impact in the Wenatchee Valley, supporting an estimated 700+ total jobs and generating $25+ million in annual local economic output upon project completion. Current operations support 477 jobs and $8.3 million annually.

Additional benefits include:

$31 million in sales tax revenue to local and state governments.
$200 million in property tax revenue from new housing development, providing a stable long-term funding source for Chelan County.
$23 million in annual economic output from non-local visitor spending, supporting 167 jobs in the regional economy – up from 96 jobs and $13.3 million today.
$8.9 million in new annual spending from additional visits, supporting 71 new jobs in Chelan County.

Vision & Values

Above all, the Mission Ridge Expansion is designed to preserve and enhance what makes this place special: Joy. Freedom. Exploration. Community. This is a skier’s mountain — and the expansion ensures it remains that way for generations to come.