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Meany Lodge

Meany Lodge

The Mountaineers oldest winter sports resort, located approximately 60 miles east from Seattle off I-90 near Stampede Pass and surrounded by the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest. Meany Lodge provides a warm family environment for all - perfect for winter and summer adventures alike.

Visitors to Meany

During the summer, Meany offers a range of activities including biking, hiking, mushroom hunting and the opportunity to learn all sorts of skills during work parties to prepare the lodge for next winter's snow.  Come learn to splice ropes, maintain tracked vehicles, weld, split wood, do plumbing or carpentry, maintain trails, and more!  This summer we're focused on making the campus and buildings more resistant to wildfire.  To register for work parties, use these links or see the Calendar:   Sept 23, 24 ; Oct 7, 8 ;  Oct 21, 21 ; Nov 4, 5

Starting Dec 27th, 2024, Meany will be open again for winter sports, play, and skiing!

Follow the Meany Lodge Facebook page to see photos and videos from our Spring Carnival and winter weekends.

Our COVID-19 mitigation strategies are described on our Winter Weekends page.

During the winter season, Meany offers a range of activities including ski / snowboarding facilities, ski lessons, snowshoe treks, cross country skiing, as well as room and board for overnight guests. 

Weekend stay reservations and cancellations must be made before Thursday at noon.

UpcomING Events  

  • Work Parties!  Meany operates thanks to volunteers like you!  Work parties are held throughout the summer to improve and repair the Lodge.  Come meet new people, learn new skills, and explore the surroundings of Meany Lodge with hikes, bike rides, swim-excursions, and more.   Earn Stewardship credit.  Participation in work parties is free with food and housing included.  Sign up via links on the Calendar. Work party dates:  July 29, 30 ; Aug 26, 27 ; Sept 9, 10 ; Sept 23, 24 ;   Oct 7, 8  ;  Oct 21, 21 ; Nov 4, 5
  • Mushroom Weekend 2023 (Oct 13-15)   One benefit of all the rain we get is a bumper crop of mushrooms.  Spend a weekend learning to hunt mushrooms in the Pacific Northwest with experts from the local Mycological Society and the Mountaineers. Eat delicious feasts prepared from locally sourced mushrooms.  Registration opened as usual on Aug 1, and the weekend is currently full.  Please join the Mushroom Weekend Waitlist if you would like to be notified if a spot opens up. 
  • Patrol Race 2023  was held March 18, 2023 - The Patrol Race is a 19-mile backcountry ski race between Snoqualmie Pass and Meany Lodge.  Participation in the Patrol Race 2024 will be by a lottery that opens in the fall and closes 12/31/23.   More information and team finishing times from previous years are posted on the race webpage.

Driving Directions to meany Lodge

Coming to Meany Lodge during the summer or fall (typically May to November)? Here are the summer driving directions to Meany Lodge.

Important Details  

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LODGE STAY RATES, RESERVATIONS AND POLICIES

Please contact us for rates for private rentals and Mountaineers events.

  • Cancellation & Refund Policy
  • Flu Policy
  • Drone (aka unmanned aircraft system)  Policy

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Q: Do I need a parking permit to Visit Meany?

A: During the Summer and Fall you can drive all the way to the Lodge where parking is free.

Q: Where can I find out more about Meany Lodge's fascinating history?

A: Check out the Meany Lodge History page.

Q: Are private groups allowed at Meany? 

A: Yes! If you are looking to hold a secluded seminar or a rustic day/weekend retreat, whether it be Northwest Trackers, Sierra Club, a school function, a family reunion or even a wedding, rates are per person for day use or room & board.  Contact us for special rates for non-profit group use. 

Q: Is there a map of the cross-country trails?

A: The snowrec.org website for Crystal Springs has a nice geopdf of cross-country ski and dog-sled trails in the area.

Celebration of Patti Polinsky

Patti was the founder of the Meany and Mountaineers Ski School and a bedrock member of the Meany Committee.   A recording of the Mountaineer's celebration of her life is available online.

CONTACT

  • General: chair@meanylodge.org
  • Lessons and Winter Sports:  daniel-del-norte@outlook.com
  • Lodge: 206-321-1320. This number is only monitored when the lodge is open (this is the new phone number, updated March 2023).
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October 13-15, 2023 Meany Lodge Mushroom Weekend WAITLIST - Fri 10/13 - Sun 10/15/2023
October 13-15, 2023 Meany Lodge Mushroom Weekend - Fri 10/13- Sun 10/15/2023
October 21, 2023 Stewardship - Meany Lodge
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