| Located in the Blue Mountains of southeastern Washington state, Bluewood
is the state's secret powder stash. The grooming is top notch and the
tree skiing some of the best in the Northwest. Because Bluewood is located in
a heavily timbered north-facing bowl, it gets good snow and holds it. With the
state's second highest base elevation of 4,545 feet, and a top elevation of
5,670 feet, the area gets an average of 300 inches of snowfall annually. Bluewood
has a run for everyone, regardless of skill level and desired challenge. There
is tree skiing for the more adventurous and a half-pipe for snowboarders. Bluewood's
ski runs range from the gently sloping Country Road to the steep and heavily
mogulled Jackhammer and Scorpio.
Lifts for Everyone. The Skyline Express chairlift serves the
main mountain, accessing novice through expert terrain. The Triple Nickle chairlift
services the half-pipe and an intermediate bowl that is an excellent place to
work on your turns. The "Easy Rider" platterpull is a surface tow
that provides beginners with an area that is wide, gently sloped and well-groomed.
Combined, the two triple chairs and platterpull can accommodate 3,950 skiers
per hour, making lift lines short and often nonexistent. Fully-certified and
associate ski instructors offer specialized instruction for downhill, snowboarding,
telemarking, children's programs, junior and masters racing and women's workshops.
There is a rental shop, ski shop and base lodging available, as well as a good
mix of dining establishments nearby. Bluewood is located only 21 miles from
Dayton, 52 miles from Walla Walla and 54 miles from Pomeroy. |
