The Indy Pass just got a whole lot more enticing, especially for skiers and snowboarders in the Northeast. On Thursday, November 12, the independent ski resort pass announced 15 additional alpine and cross-country destinations for the 2026-27 season, along with three of New York’s most recognizable ski mountains joining its Allied Program.
Belleayre Mountain, Gore Mountain and Whiteface Mountain, all owned and operated by New York State through the Olympic Regional Development Authority (ORDA), are joining the growing network. The partnership gives Indy Pass holders discounted access to up to two lift tickets at each resort, bringing three major New York ski destinations into the fold.
“Adding Belleayre, Gore, and Whiteface is a huge win for our passholders. These are premier independent ski areas that are owned and operated by New York State, and they give a great many people incredible access to quality skiing and riding. This puts Indy Pass in a whole new category for East Coast families.” -Indy Pass Director Erik Mogensen
Three Major New York Mountains Join the Allied Program
The addition of Whiteface, Gore and Belleayre is particularly good news for skiers and snowboarders throughout New York and the surrounding states. The three mountains serve different parts of the state, from Belleayre in the Catskills to Gore in the Adirondacks and Whiteface near Lake Placid.
Unlike traditional Indy Pass partner resorts, which generally provide two days of skiing or snowboarding as part of the pass, Allied Program resorts offer discounted lift tickets rather than included ski days. Passholders will be eligible for discounts on up to two tickets at each of the three New York mountains.
The partnership also brings two additional cross-country skiing opportunities through ORDA’s facilities, with Indy Pass holders receiving two Nordic skiing days each at Mt Van Hoevenberg in Lake Placid and the Gore Mountain Nordic Center.
“We’re thrilled to welcome Indy Pass holders this season. Passholders get discounted lift tickets at Belleayre, Gore and Whiteface, plus two days of Nordic skiing each at Mt Van Hoevenberg in Lake Placid and at the Gore Mountain Nordic Center.” -Tait Wardlaw, ORDA’s VP of Marketing
All 15 New Indy Pass Alpine and Cross-Country Partners
Beyond New York, Indy Pass is expanding its network across North America and Europe with 10 new alpine destinations and five cross-country skiing centers.
Here’s the complete list of additions announced November 12:
New Alpine Ski Resorts (10)
- Bad Kleinkirchheim, Austria
- Beito Resort, Norway
- Cherry Peak Ski Resort, Utah
- Hafjell, Norway
- Kvitfjell, Norway
- Le Relais, Quebec
- Mount Cain, British Columbia
- Oppdal, Norway
- Ski Mont Blanc, Quebec
- Stoke Mountain, Washington
New Cross-Country Ski Centers (5)
- Devil’s Thumb Ranch Resort & Spa, Colorado
- Gore Mountain Nordic Center, New York
- Mt Van Hoevenberg, New York
- Oak Hill Outdoor Center, New Hampshire
- Paul Smith’s College Visitor Interpretive Center, New York
New Allied Program Resorts (3)
These mountains provide discounted lift tickets rather than the two included alpine ski days available at standard Indy Pass partners.
The new additions continue an impressive period of growth for Indy Pass, which has been steadily expanding its lineup of independent ski resorts around the world. The international additions are particularly interesting, with four new Norwegian destinations and another Austrian resort joining the network. Closer to home, the addition of Mount Cain in British Columbia and several smaller North American mountains continues the pass’s tradition of introducing skiers and snowboarders to places they might not otherwise have considered visiting.
More Options Coming for Indy Pass Holders
The announcement comes just one week after Indy Pass introduced its new Destination Upgrade, an optional add-on that provides three additional ski or snowboard days across 13 participating destination resorts. Those days can be used at one participating mountain or divided among several destinations.
The latest resort additions also create enough additional capacity for Indy Pass to offer a limited number of 2026-27 passes to waitlisted customers beginning Friday, November 13. Invitations will initially go to the earliest members of the waitlist with customers contacted by email when they become eligible to purchase.
Indy Pass plans to announce an expanded lineup for its beginner-focused Learn to Turn Pass next week, providing more options for families and newcomers to skiing and snowboarding.
The company continues to limit the number of passes it sells each season in an effort to maintain the less-crowded experience at its participating independent mountains. Its no-bank, no-interest payment plan also remains available.
With more than 300 participating alpine and Nordic destinations worldwide, Indy Pass has established itself as a compelling alternative to the industry’s larger multi-resort passes. The addition of three iconic New York mountains, more Canadian ski areas and several European destinations gives passholders even more opportunities to explore this winter.
Skiers and snowboarders interested in joining the waitlist or exploring the full resort lineup can find additional information at the official Indy Pass website.
