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

It's summer time at Meany! That means the fun and fellowship of work parties! Meet new people, learn new skills, and contribute to the outdoors and the community by participating in our stewardships events. Participation is free and food and lodging are provided. Dates are posted on the calendar.

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

Operating in the age of COVID-19

We ask that people wear masks while in the Lodge and when working in close quarters with others. All participants are expected to be vaccinated against COVID-19. Meals will be served in the Lodge and may be eaten inside our dining room or outside.

MAKE A RESERVATION ACTIVITIES/CLASSES

UpcomING Events

Mushroom Weekend Oct 28-30 - Registration is open! 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. This weekend always fills up, so reserve your spot soon!
Fall Work Parties - Meany is run by volunteers like you! Come make new friends and learn what it takes to operate a ski area, prepare trails, fix machinery, and improve the lodge. Participation in work party weekends is free and provides stewardship credit. Dates: August 27-28, Sept 10-11, Sept 24-25, Oct 8-9, Oct 22-23, Nov 5-6
Patrol Race 2022 was held March 19, 2022 - Our congratulations to everyone that participated! Team finishing times are posted on the webpage. The Patrol Race is an 18 mile backcountry ski race between Snoqualmie Pass and Meany Lodge. Participation in Patrol Race 2023 is by a lottery that will open this fall and close 12/31/2022.

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

LODGE STAY RATES, RESERVATIONS AND POLICIES

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

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: jen@simerson.net or maud.de.bel@gmail.com
Lodge: 360-886-1217. This number is only monitored when the lodge is open.