Meany Lodge
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 focusing on splicing tow ropes and forestry stewardship to make the forests more resistant to fire and continue their long process towards old-growth. To register for work parties, see the Meany Lodge calendar or these links: June 29-30; July 27-28; Aug 24-25; Sept 7-8; Sept 21-22; Oct 5-6; Oct 19-20; Nov 2-3.
Come Dec 27th, 2025, Meany will be open for winter sports, play, and skiing again!
Meany Lodge on Social Media
Follow the Meany Lodge Facebook page to see photos and videos from our Spring Carnival and winter weekends.
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! Come to Meany Lodge during the summer and help us maintain the Lodge. Have fun, meet new friends, learn new skills, get good exercise, and earn Stewardship Credit with the Mountaineers. Work Parties are free and include food and lodging. Schedule and Registration are on the Meany Lodge Calendar or use these links: June 29-30; July 27-28; Aug 24-25; Sept 7-8; Sept 21-22; Oct 5-6; Oct 19-20; Nov 2-3.
- Patrol Race 2024 was held March 16, 2024 - The Patrol Race is a 19-mile backcountry ski race between Snoqualmie Pass and Meany Lodge. See the Patrol Race page for information and finishing times. Registration for the 2025 Patrol Race will open in December 2024.
Driving Directions to meany Lodge
Coming to Meany Lodge when it is winter time? (typically November 15th to May) Here are the winter driving directions to Meany Lodge
You will be parking in the Crystal Springs sno-park (map) which requires you to purchase a state-issued sno-park permit before you arrive. You must purchase one of the following combinations: An annual Sno-Park permit WITH "groomed trails sticker" ($120) OR a day use Sno-Park permit ($25). Planning to spend 5 or more days parked in any of the state's Sno-Parks? If so, the annual pass + groomed trails sticker is cheaper.
Meany Lodge encourages you to carpool with others to save on fuel usage, parking permit costs, parking space, and have more fun on the drive!
Important Details
- In 2018 the State of Washington redesigned the Crystal Springs Sno-Park. If you haven't visited recently, please see the new parking instructions for Crystal Springs Sno-Park.
- Packing for Meany - Our SnowCat does break down. Please pack such that you could hike nearly 3 miles with your belongings, which should be inside a backpack.
- Winter Driving - Be safe; winter travel can be dangerous.
- SnowCat Schedule - Transportation to Meany is via SnowCat or snowmobile only, so dress warmly! Plan to arrive 20 minutes before departure time to load the SnowCat.
SnowCat Schedule for Winter Weekends (Jan 5- Mar 18, 2024)
Crystal Springs Departure |
Meany Lodge Departure |
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Friday Schedule | 7 PM | - |
Saturday Schedule | 8:30 AM 10:00 AM 5:30 PM |
7:45 AM 9:00 AM 5:00 PM |
Sunday Schedule | 8:30 AM | 7:45 AM 3:30 PM |
LODGE STAY RATES, RESERVATIONS AND POLICIES
Here are the prices for stays at the lodge during the Winter 2023-2024 season.
An Overnight Lodge Stay includes: 2 days of skiing, 4+ meals and snacks, overnight stay in our hostel-like dorms, showers, 3 mile snowcat ride to the lodge and return. Compare to the price of a lift ticket alone at other areas - such a deal is made possible by the all-volunteer Mountaineers that staff the Lodge.
The Day Use Fee includes: Snowcat ride, use of Lodge, hot lunch and snacks, day of skiing/riding/snowshoeing.
To purchase a Seasons Pass please visit the Merchandise page. After purchasing the Seasons Pass the Mountaineers office staff will email you a discount code for use when purchasing Lodge Stays that reduces their price to $0. They email out the season pass codes on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays.
2023-2024 Season Pass Prices
Adult Mountaineers Member | $600 |
Adult Non-Member or Guest Member | $675 |
Youth Member (13 & under) | $355 |
Youth Non-Member or Guest Member (13 & under) | $405 |
2023-2024 Per event pricing
RATE CATEGORY |
FULL WEEKEND | SATURDAY NIGHT |
DAY USE | HOLIDAY WEEK |
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Adult Mountaineers Member | $150 | $135 | $55 | $100 |
Adult Non-Member | $165 | $150 | $60 | $110 |
Youth Member (5-13) | $85 | $70 | $30 | $55 |
Youth Non-Member (5-13) | $95 | $80 | $35 | $60 |
"FULL WEEKEND" IS ARRIVING FRIDAY EVENING, LEAVING SUNDAY AFTERNOON. PLEASE NOTE THAT YOU CAN NOT STAY AT THE LODGE FOR JUST FRIDAY EVENINGS. ONLY FULL WEEKEND AND SATURDAY NIGHT OPTIONS ARE AVAILABLE.
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 winter, parking is at the Crystal Springs sno-park (map) which requires you to purchase a state-issued sno-park permit before you arrive. For each day your car is parked in the Sno-Park you must have one of the following displayed on your dashboard: An annual Sno-Park permit WITH "groomed trails sticker" ($120) OR a day use Sno-Park permit ($25). We encourage carpooling.
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).