If you are interested in Skiing, then this is the place to go near Mt Rainier National Park. The accommodation cost is slightly high for the facilities available, but still the rooms are comfortable and has a really good view. This is right at the footstep of the winch which can take you to the top of Crystal Mountain where you ate face to face with the Mt Rainier and you can also see the Cascade mountain ranges at the distance. There are hiking trails starting from this resort which take you to Lake Elizabeth as well even to the top of Crystal Mountain if you feel adventurous and want to get you share of workout done for the day .

Best mountain within 2 hours of Seattle area. Plenty of parking. Covid aware. They ask u to pull up masks if you have it pulled down, and have social distancing implemented everywhere. Solo gondola and ski lift rides. They have an outdoor eating area sectioned off by rope with huge distances between the tables. Theyre still doing private and public lessons, you just have get there early in the morning to reserve if you cant manage to do it on the website.

Crystal is the largest ski area in Washington State with 2600 skiable acres. There are easy forest runs for beginners and intermediate skiers and many tree routes for the advanced skiers. It also has the added advantage of higher altitude skiing from about 5500 to 7000 feet in Green Valley. The grooming and care of the ski area is excellent. There are 2 lodges on the slope, Campbell Basin for skiers only and The Summit House, the highest restaurant in WA State. The view of Mt Rainier and St Helens from the Summit House is open winter and summer. Access is easy from the 8 passenger gondolas. There is also a lot of lodging available at the ski area.

Bit of an underrated experts mountain, has some of the gnarliest terrain in the US! If you are lucky enough to ski it during a rare pow day, its special. Amazing view of Mt. Rainier on a rare sunny day. Base area facilities could be improved. Excluding covid, can get unbearably crowded on weekends due to being the only large ski area near Seattle.

Great work on keeping open with social distancing measures in place. We all need some time outdoors! Wish there was a better system for parking though.

The slopes, snow, runs, and chairlifts are all nice. It can get pretty crowded though, with chairlift lines ~15 min. Prices are fine. The ticketing and reservation system is complicated and convoluted. Also, will call tickets are not held in the purchasers name, theyre held in the individuals names, so everyone has to wait in separate lines to get their tickets - kinda weird.

On a wonderful day weather wise, theres not much better you can do. Gondola tickets are $29 round trip, but remember to bring a picnic basket! Great sanitation and they wipe down exclusive cars every time.

Handling new COVID protocols very well. I was impressed by their ability to adapt to the circumstances

View was spectacular. Able to see Mounts Rainier, Adams, and St. Helens. Food was good - except my hamburger bun was burnt. (Wed already headed down the mountain, so just ate without. Everything else was delicious.) Grateful that the gondolas were dog friendly. Staff was very diligent about cleaning each car between occupants.

Beautiful place to be. Well maintained and clean. But its closed now fir mantainance

Very beautiful place. We hiked up the crystal mountain trail to the top and took the gondola down. If I had film I would have ran out of it because every place you looked was a picture. We went on the summer time but it looks like a great place for skiing. I am not a very advid hiker but am in decent shape and found the hike not too difficult if you take your time.

Prices can be a little steep, but if you come here on a nice sunny day, the views are truly unbeatable.I proposed to my fiancée here (she said yes) and it was an unforgettable experience, I will always remember this place.

Great snow, even better staff! Best Ski resort in the Greater Seattle Area hands down!

I give Crystal a 5 star becuase it is the best place to ski locally. With the COVID restrictions in place I think its unreasonable to bag on a place this early as everyone learns how to maneuver through things. Snow coverage was great top to bottom on Weds before Thanksgiving- couldnt believe how awesome the conditions were this early! With that said- be prepared for lift lines to be slow. Parking lots did get full- less people are car pooling so be prepared for traffic. The Gondola line moved really slow becuase they are allowing single riders- consider other options getting to the top.

Rating as a 3 for overall experience. Getting there was not fun. Left Issaquah at 7:30, the day before Thanksgiving. Stop and go traffic from just past Enumclaw with no apparent accidents. The climb up Crystal Mountain Blvd (6+ miles) took over an hour. Then had to park about a half mile from the base, on a narrow icy street in a neighborhood. Shuttles to transport skiers from lots were jammed full and we ended up having to walk. Then had to wait in long lines to redeem vouchers for tickets purchased online. After another long wait in the lift line at the bottom, we were finally headed up the mountain. Of course hallway up, another long lift line. Then finally after driving, walking, standing for over 4 hours we made it to the top. The snow was outstanding, especially given that it wasnt even Thanksgiving yet. Unfortunately, after making it to the bottom of the run, we were faced with another 20+ minute lift line. After 5 (it was it only 4?) runs we decided to head down for some food and a beer. 45 minute wait for food and 20 minute line for a beer. After eating and drinking we were too tired to get back in line and headed back to the car. The shuttle to the lot and ride back home were uneventful. So, after shelling out over $150 for skiing, food and drink and dealing with the traffic and lift lines, Im questioning whether Ill consider this again.

Lots of parking space, helpful staff. You can pre-order food and set a time for pick up to make it more convenient and enjoy the slopes.

First time visiting in summer - perfect PNW bluebird day hiking down after a dog friendly gondola ride up. Always a great day in the mountains when on trails under coverage or full sunshine!

The view is beautiful. Definently going on a clear day will allow you to enjoy it even better. The food at the top restaurant is very good, it could be a little expensive but is worth the price. There are a few trails you can do while you upthere to enjoy the day.

Very attractive view and rich in nature. I have spent a wonderful time with my family and its a wonderful place to go for hiking. Love it.

The Gondolas were fun, love the restaurant at the top with the most amazing views WARNING: we took the Gondolas up and decided to take the Crystal Mountain Trail and hike back down. Had my 10 year old with me. Its scary for kids on this hike due to drop off cliffs along a narrow trail. Downhill is so steep in areas be prepared for major toe pain being shoved into your shoes. Its almost 5 miles and 3 hour hike. Dont get me wrong its the most beautiful hike ever from waterfalls, lakes, even an old gold mine! We were sore for days after, but i would do again maybe not bring my son

Place is terrible. Took hours to park in the lot, when they finally got us a spot in lot F when went to ride. Come back to the my truck and cant even leave, they blocked our car in and have to wait for other people to move vehicle. Absolute nightmare.

Exquisite views, plentiful runs, fantastic facilities. Crystal has a warm, fun, family-friendly atmosphere. You can enjoy good food, drinks, live music, and dozens of other activities/amenities. Parking is well-organized, and the shuttle between them and the main lodge area runs frequently. It can be crowded, but thats only because it is rightfully popular. Enjoy!

If you are planning for this beautiful place do not forget to check the weather. If it is cloudy better to stay away as you will see nothing but heavy clouds hiding the beautiful view of the mount Rainier. The place is well kept and enough to hang around. The rest area right below the pick up spot is spacious. Pets are totally welcome and the staff all around was very friendly and helpful. Ample space for parking.

Outstanding views of Mt. Rainer, the gondola ride to the top was amazing and just kept going up like it wasnt going to end. A great bucket list check off...There are probably 10 mountain and points of interest to see from the top so dont miss it!!!

I would have rated higher but nothing was open. Beautiful countryside esp w the snow covered ground

Rode the Gondola up Crystal Mountain to get a close up view of Rainier and had bonus views of Adams! Was really impressed with the care they took cleaning the Gondola in-between each rider and it was very easy to socially distance at the top. What a beautiful spot!

Amazing place! The view was extraordinary. The gondola ride is fully profitable only of we use it both ways. We took it up and then hiked all the way down which was a terrific experience.

The view of the majestic Mt Rainier is so pleasant I can easily spend the whole day just watching Mt Rainiers beauty. The cable car is perfect for everyone including children and aged people. I would definitely come back and enjoy the serenity of this mountain and it would be a never ending experience for me.

Omfg this place is so sick. They get a ton of snow, great vibes, good terrain. Check it out!

What a great spot to take the family for dinner :) to view Mt Baker and Mt Rainier! I’m sure it’s difficult to cook with propane but you aren’t necessarily paying for the meal - you are paying for the experience of riding the gondola up/down, and views :)

A lot of fun! Im from Southern California, and those slopes are garbage compared to Crystal Mountain. The lifts are fast, lines were incredibly short, the prices were reasonable. Food was good, people were helpful, my friends who rented equipment were in and out. Overall a great trip, I will definitely be heading back again!

Ikon passes are worthless here at this point.Some genius here decided to make reservations possible on all days through April, so before we knew if there was no more availability on any weekends between now and February. Ikon passes are also non-refundable, in addition Airbnbs in the area arent refunding everybody.So because of Crystals mismanagement of the reservation system, were getting hung out to dry. Were intending to switch to Epic passes for Stevens because they are going to allow reservations only for the next week so people cant just swallow up all the weekend days.Thanks Crystal.

Incredible mountain range that sits within vantage of Mt. Rainier, Crystal Mountain is an incredible place for skiing, snowboarding, and snowshoeing. I’d argue it’s the best in the region in comparison to snoqualmie and Stevens pass. Love coming here on the weekday where the crowds aren’t high. Staff is polite and courteous, no issues with the facilities and was an excellent time. Even had occasional cell service as I did my runs. Great mountain and a true gem in the PNW.

This place has the most spectacular view! The food was okay, but very expensive. Service definitely was lacking. But the view!!! Thats the real reason we were there anyway. Such a treat!

Truly an amazing place to relax! And the views are the best in the northwest!

What a great escape into nature... the mountains on a clear day make grand photos and great memories. Dont forget the Snorting Elk for a cold beer and some grub to recharge.

Great snow boarding today, great conditions for early November snow boarding!

Beautiful mountain and lovell trails for skiing. Highly recommended Crystal.

Good ski area, but it rains all the time unlike Steven’s.

Amazing views of the mountain. Pretty busy but well worth it. Theres a restaurant and plenty of trails.

Wonderful place to visit with family and friends. Make sure to wear the mask and practice social distancing. We took the gondola and had the course meal at the restaurant. You need to make a reservation for the meal. Totally worth it. The view was surreal.

Best ski resort within driving distance of Seattle! Gets a lot of snowfall and has some great runs. If you take the Gondola all the way to the top you’ll easily get 2466 feet vertical which is fantastic! The parking lots have continuous shuttle service to the resort, making it super easy to get in and get out.

Awesome you should definitely get lift tickets ASAP. The slopes were great and the views were beyond amazing, such a beautiful place, cannot wait for next season! The most fun you’ll ever have on a mountain. Oh yeah they have food, beer, and live music too.

The site was amazing. I enjoyed the view from the rides. The elevation is great not scary for the fear of height people. The food at the restaurant was good. The steak, collard greens and potatoes was delicious. The service is top notch.

We loved the ski lodge charm even off season. The gondola ride to the summit was fantastic with gorgeous views.

Had a blast. Gondola ride was exquisite, yet a little terrifying. The views up top can not be beat. Fid at Summit House were pricey, but delicious.

Theres something for everyone, the gondola is so much fun and the views from the top are jaw-dropping. I bribed my kids with ice cream after our hike and they loved the sluice box activity too!

Beautiful! The gondola was amazing and the restaurant at the top has great food but expensive.

Arrived at lot A 8:25 on Saturday.. Picked up my Ikon Pass from customer service. Supposed to charge $5.50 for reissue. She didnt Only 4 chairs open. A LOT of People ️.This is a day trip destination. They have multiple places to buy hot food or a small convenient store. You can rent ski and snowboard equipment.

Amazing view of Rainier and nearby peaks. Totally worth the value of the gondola trip to the top.

The views are phenomenal, the lift to the restaurant is a bit expensive mostly if you are going to wait for an hour to be sited. The food is good but nothing out of the ordinary for a pub.*usually don’t post advice to the facility but in this case, they should have a sign outside once they are not taking more guests because people continue to open the door just to ask for a spot even hours after they have stopped taking names for the waiting list. Shut the freaking door!! It’s cold

Had a blast here for some spring skiing. Cant believe it was snowing in June. Staff was friendly and did a great job keeping everyone safe. Summit may be my home mountain but I love crystal too

Great variety of runs and a large mountain, so you can always find spots to lap. On a fresh powder day, nothing beats a hike up to Campbell Basin off Chair6. Foods good at Campbell Lodge too! Snorting Elk is great for a little apres

We never knew that there was a restaurant at the top of Crystal Mountain. It was my birthday dinner and it was absolutely, amazingly breath taking! A memory to last a lifetime ️ The staff is % welcoming and friendly! We would recommend making this a future destination for anyone who appreciates the simple things in life!

It was my first time skiing here. It was awesome! I loved it! It was my wifes first time ever skiing and she paid for the instruction that lasted over 2 hours and was so helpful. The instructor was very nice.

Great place, great ambience, great amenities and great experience! One of the best ski resorts located just a couple of hours outside of Seattle. The roads are well maintained and plowed after heavy snow, so no need to worry about fitting chains (unless conditions are really adverse).There are plenty of ski trails to choose from, ranging from easy for beginners to super difficult for advanced skiers.There are some nice snowshoeing trails as well, a great place to spend a day or two.The Mt. Rainier gondola is a must ride for catching some amazing views from the mountain-top station.To add to all of that, theres plenty of food options to choose from, so go out there and have fun!

Crystal is my favorite local ski and snowboard location. It is constantly being improved and usually has the best conditions. My only complaint is the resort amenities. It needs more bars and restaurants and better wait-lists. Everything is over packed on busy weekends with no availability.

Amazing place for visiting or hiking. Loved the Gandola Ride. You could see entire Mount Rainier from top of Crystal Mountain if youre lucky to have clear sky. Must visit place

One of the most beautiful places on the face of the earth, winter or summer. Hiking, skiing, the views, the gondola, restaurants. Fantastic.

This is THE place I go in Washington. Best mountain to board/ski. They do have some small jumps and a park area, but it isnt really geared for that. However, theres a wide variety of skill variations to choose from if youre interested in the downhill or trails this will be a blast! The bonus is the size. The lift lines are never too bad, plus theres so many routes and the mountain is so big, the place can be packed and you wouldnt even notice. Food isnt outrageously priced either. A must go if youre in the area.

Beautiful views with well planned trails. With several lifts running, the lines remained manageable without long delays between runs. A great place to ski or board or just enjoy the views with great friends! Highly recommend a stop if you are interested in winter sports.

Really great! They clean each gondola everytime before and after people get on. The staff is super nice.

By far the best Mountain in Washington. Theres something for everyone with the more terrain then anywhere else in the state. Even if you dont ski take the gondola up on a clear day for the best view in the northwest and get a great meal at the Summit House, the Highest elevation restaurant in the Northwest. You can reach out and touch MT. Raineer!

Nice place to relax. Can bring dogs.

Fun to visit in the summer with good weather one can enjoy the sweeping views - when you take gondola to Crystal Mountain North (top of the hill). There is a restaurant with plenty of indoor and outdoor seatings. The outdoor seating is decorated with flower pots that reminds of me of Swiss alps. Sweeping view from south to north - you can see Mt Rainier up close. On a clear day you might see Washington other snow capped mountain both in the south and north. Plenty of free parking, and restroom facility on the base as well as at the top. Dog friendly - allows dog to ride gondola up.

I have been both during the summer and winter. The views are extraordinary any time of year! Riding the gondola is totally worth it!

Nice friendly welcoming restaurant up against the mountains with great views at bottom of Crystal Mt. Ski resort. Staff were professional and friendly. Food was great and huckleberry ice cream was the cherry on top.

The incredible view! The terrifying (to me) Gondola ride to the top of Crystal Mountain. 7, 872 feet in elevation to an in your face view of Mt. Rainier. Cute little Golden Mantle Ground Squirrels keep you entertained.

Crystal is the best game in town by far. On a clear day you feel like youre in the mountains and the drive out is great as well. Ive never experienced the back up thats common coming back from Stevens. The one thing it lacks is some solid moderate tree skiing. At more advanced levels it might be there, I just have to get there to find out.

Crystal mountain resort offers, in my opinion, the best view of Mount Rainier. Also, I happen to snowboard here during the winter months, and its a fabulous ski resort. The runs are plentiful with all degrees of challenge from the novice to intermediate to advanced skiers/ riders.If you dont partake in the snow sports, you can always enjoy lunch at the restaurant at the summit and enjoy the breathtaking mountain in the background.

Do the gondola and enjoy the beautiful view! If you can ski then its probably more fun hiking you way down!

I’ve been here twice and both times have been a great experience. I too a learner ski class on my first visit, out instructor was very nice, helpful and patient. All the people inside the rental shop, and a the bar upstairs are crazy nice. It wasn’t very busy when I went but I bet the weekends get busy. (I haven’t made it off the bunny slope yet but it looks like the upper trails are nicely maintained.) can’t wait to go back!

Great Gondola Ride! Our lunch at the Summit House was delicious. Great job on Covid safety actions.

Got there early and was blessed with snow!

Excellent terrain and several upper chairs make for some nice, long runs. On a bluebird day youll be overwhelmed by the beauty of Rainier and both Olympics and Cascades ranges. Simply awesome!

I liked the shuttle service to and from the parking lots. There is priority parking for carpools. Luckily I was warned that tickets need to be purchased online ahead of time. One group that did not know this was able to go online at the base to purchase. It took about half an hour and the staff was very helpful. I doubt it would be possible on a busier day. The lodge is well-organized and clean. Plenty of lockers are available as well as hooks in the cafeteria. Disappointed with menu choices in the cafeteria so will bring my own food next time or try the table service upstairs. Chairs ran smoothly, especially once on the hill. Between the cat walks and long out runs. I spent more time on flat territory than I like. There was a bonfire on the deck and live music in the lodge throughout the afternoon. Made it a nice place to hang out while the crowds cleared.

On a nice weather day Crystal mountain couldn’t be better ! Very clear view of mt rainier. Most trails are freshly groomed. We had some good runs there. Love it!

Excellent ski and snowboarding resort! A large number of slopes and lifts for all experience levels. There is also a gondola for non-skiers and snow shoe options. Lots of parking and a free shuttle for the further away carparks. A bit pricey for equipment rentals (~$40) so bring your own! Buy passes online in advance for better deals (~$80 on the day).

FANTASTIC views in the summer. Looks like great skiing in the winter.

A fabulous 360 degree view including Mt. Rainier at top of gondola, but pricey, and great views are available off White Pass and Sunrise.

We stayed at the Alpine Inn, beautiful views and great restaurant & customer service with outdoor seating.

Great place to visit with friends.

Nice place to stay. The people were awesome and the staff friendly.

It is kind of a pain to have to buy a lift ticket the day before and parking is a bear but overall the staff are #1 and make the experience good. They are friendly, organized and very helpful. The improvements are good so far and hopefully we get more snow so more people go and cash flows and they can make some more improvements! Added a new magic carpet, some jumps and other fun additions. Crystal is a fun place to go.

This is the best Seattle area mountain in my opinion. Well maintained roads on the way there. Ample parking if you get there early enough. Even when the lots are packed the lift lines are pretty quick. Theres a pretty good bar on the mountain for drinks.

Absolutely beautiful. Left home in rain, arrived at Mt. To very clear sky, gentle breeze and fabulous gondola rides.

Cramming customers into lines and making your customers wait needless amounts of time because your booking more clients than your staffed for is a sure way to loose clientele. Rude staff, poor management and communication within your business is extremely evident.

Not been here in the winter but the summer views and gondola ride are fantastic

Great ski resort, have been skiing here since 1st grade. Very good selection of runs, although the price has gotten pretty steep! Well worth it for a day trip over the weekend, although weekdays will always be less busy. The gondola has access to some of the hardest double black diamonds, as WELL as a breathtaking view of Mt. Rainer! Included in your lift ticket, so definitely worth it.

Beautiful place if you know how to ski or snowboard or want to learn. If not you can always snow shoe Dont miss out this must visit place if you are a winter person. I like it here at night the most when its not too crowded.

Spent two days snowboarding up here. The weather was sunny one day and snowing like crazy the next. Not so cheap of a place but a beautiful resort and worth every penny. The gondola has gorgeous views if its clear out. I cant wait till my next trip already. Buy in advance, tickets are worlds cheaper that way.

Were new-ish skiers and the green runs were nice and long. Dining options were terrific. Ate lunch at the Summit House, then skied down. Rainier almost fully visible.

Crystal Mountain Resort is beautiful with a lot of runs with scenic views. The road leading up to the resort is nicely plowed. The staff is super nice and helpful.

Stunning views ... Amazing plant life

No photo can do this place justice! The gondola ride to the top is worth the money as the views at the top were stunning. Its cold at the top do be prepared. Had good at the restaurant and is was pretty good!

We went for the Gondola ride. Its $23 for an adult to have a heavenly experience!You have different parking lots, the lot A is generally packed and difficult to find parking. The lot B & C have ample parking space and frequent shuttles to take you to the main building. Shuttles are faster & safer way to reach than walking to avoid slipping on wet, black ice.Snow boots, Hand gloves are recommended!There are many restaurants but Cascade Grill located in the building has the one of the best Veggie Pizza! ..The Gondola ride closes at 3pm or earlier. Plan your trip to reach early to stay longer in the resort!

Unbelievable view! Quiet gondola made it possible to listen to nature on the ride. Nice walks and hikes available. Didnt try the restaurant.

Lovely staff, lovely service. We definitely come back again

Loved it took gondola to mountain top for lunch it was a beautiful sunny day granddaughter loved panning for gems will definitely return to the crystal resort at Mt Rainer

Love visiting here! Have never actually been up the mountain or skied there, but plenty of areas to play around in the snow