Timberline Lodge officially wrapped up its 2026 lift served summer skiing season on Sunday, July 19th, bringing an end to the longest outdoor ski season in North America.
Located high on the slopes of Mount Hood in Oregon, Timberline is known for offering one of the longest ski seasons anywhere in the United States. While most ski areas close during the spring, Timberline continues operating well into the summer thanks to the elevation of the Palmer Snowfield and consistent snow preservation efforts.
The final day gave skiers and snowboarders one last opportunity to enjoy summer turns before lift served operations came to an end for the season. This year’s closing day came nearly a month earlier than 2025’s closing date of August 17th.
A Rare Summer Ski Experience
Summer skiing has long been part of Timberline Lodge’s identity. The resort attracts recreational skiers, snowboarders, race programs, and elite athletes who travel from around the world to train on snow during months when nearly every other American ski area is closed.
The combination of high elevation and carefully managed terrain allows Timberline to extend skiing far beyond the traditional winter calendar. That unique operating window has helped make the resort an iconic destination for those looking to stay on snow during the warmer months.
Although lift served skiing has now concluded for the summer, Timberline Lodge remains a year round destination with lodging, dining, scenic mountain views, and a variety of outdoor recreation opportunities available outside of ski operations.
Looking Ahead To Winter
With summer lift operations now complete, attention will gradually shift toward preparations for the upcoming winter season. Its long operating calendar continues to make the resort a standout within the ski industry, and offering skiing across multiple seasons has made Timberline a bucket list destination for many skiers and snowboarders who want the rare opportunity to make turns during the middle of summer.
For those who made it to Mount Hood this summer, Sunday marked the final chance to enjoy chairlift accessed skiing until winter returns. For everyone else, the countdown to another season has already begun.