Where can I rent skis near Bend Oregon?

You can rent skis near Bend Oregon at Powder House Ski & Board, Skjersaa's Ski Shop, Eurosports Bend, and directly at Mt. Bachelor resort. Most shops offer full ski and snowboard rental packages including boots, bindings, and poles.

Is Mt. Bachelor a good ski resort?

Yes — Mt. Bachelor is one of the top ski resorts in the Pacific Northwest. Located just 22 miles west of Bend, Oregon, it offers 4,318 acres of skiable terrain, 460 inches of average annual snowfall, and 11 lifts serving all ability levels. It is consistently ranked among the best ski resorts in America.

How far is Mt. Bachelor from Bend Oregon?

Mt. Bachelor is located approximately 22 miles (35 km) west of downtown Bend, Oregon along the Cascade Lakes Scenic Byway (Highway 46). The drive typically takes 30-40 minutes depending on weather and road conditions.

Are there ski shops in Sisters Oregon?

Yes — Sisters, Oregon has ski and outdoor gear options including Sisters Ski & Snowboard and nearby Black Butte Ranch which offers winter activities. Sisters is located about 20 miles northwest of Bend and serves as a gateway to skiing in the Cascades.

When does ski season start at Mt. Bachelor?

Mt. Bachelor typically opens in late November or early December, depending on snowfall. The resort often stays open through Memorial Day weekend in May, offering one of the longest ski seasons in the Pacific Northwest thanks to its high elevation volcanic terrain.

SkisBend — Ski Shop Directory: Bend, Sisters & Central Oregon

⭐ Featured Resort

Mt. Bachelor Ski Resort

22 mi W of Bend on Cascade Lakes Hwy · 🏔️ Bend, OR 97702

4,318 Skiable Acres

11 Lifts

101 Trails

9,065ft Summit

460" Snow/Year

📞 (541) 382-2442

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⛷️ Bend Ski Shops

8 Shops

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Powder House Ski & Board

Bend, OR

📞 (541) 389-6234

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Skjersaa's Ski Shop

Bend, OR · Est. 1965

📞 (541) 382-2154

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Eurosports

Bend, OR

📞 (541) 385-9929

No website

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REI Bend

Bend, OR

📞 (541) 385-0594

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Pine Mountain Sports

Bend, OR

📞 (541) 385-8080

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Hutch's Bicycles & Ski

Bend, OR

📞 (541) 382-9253

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Mt. Bachelor On-Mountain Rentals

Bend, OR · On the Mountain

📞 (541) 382-2442

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Base Camp Bend

Bend, OR

📞 (541) 385-3600

No website

🏔️ Sisters, Oregon

3 Shops

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Sisters Ski & Snowboard

Sisters, OR

📞 (541) 549-5050

No website

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Black Butte Ranch

Sisters, OR

📞 (541) 595-1252

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Eurosports Sisters

Sisters, OR

📞 (541) 549-2471

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Mt. Bachelor & Oregon Skiing by the Numbers

The Pacific Northwest's Premier Alpine Destination

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Mt. Bachelor Annual Snowfall

460" Average Inches Per Season

Mt. Bachelor receives an average of 460 inches of snow per year, fueled by Pacific storms funneled through the Cascade Range. This massive snowfall creates some of the best powder conditions in the Pacific Northwest.

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Skiable Acres at Mt. Bachelor

4,318 Skiable Acres of Terrain

With 4,318 skiable acres, Mt. Bachelor is one of the largest ski resorts in the Pacific Northwest. The resort features terrain for all skill levels across 101 trails, from beginner greens to expert blacks and open volcanic terrain.

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Average Ski Season Length

6 Mo. November through May

Mt. Bachelor typically runs from late November to Memorial Day, offering one of the longest ski seasons in the Pacific Northwest. High-elevation snowpack and cold volcanic terrain keep the mountain skiable well into spring.

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Bend to Mt. Bachelor

22 mi From Downtown Bend

Mt. Bachelor is just 22 miles west of downtown Bend along the Cascade Lakes Scenic Byway (Hwy 46). The drive takes 30–40 minutes — making it one of the most convenient major ski resorts in the American West.

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Oregon Ski Industry Annual Impact

$1.2B Economic Impact Statewide

Oregon's ski industry generates over $1.2 billion in annual economic impact, supporting thousands of jobs across ski resorts, rental shops, lodging, and hospitality — with Mt. Bachelor as the crown jewel of Central Oregon winter tourism.

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Mt. Bachelor Founded

1958 First Rope Tow Installed

Mt. Bachelor opened its first rope tow in 1958, making it one of Oregon's oldest operating ski resorts. Today it operates 11 lifts and draws over 500,000 skier visits per year, cementing its status as the premier winter destination in the Pacific Northwest.