Do you love to ski, and are you looking for somewhere small, quiet, and relatively safe to enjoy the slopes this winter? This year, there is, perhaps, no finer place to hit the slopes than Bluewood Ski Area near Walla Walla! And now, as we face down the end of 2020 and get ready to welcome 2021, it’s time for fans of Bluewood Ski Area, and fans of skiing in general, to rejoice! Bluewood is open for the 2020-2021 season and is eagerly welcoming skiers, new and old, onto their slopes.
Bluewood Ski Area is located near the charming town of Walla Walla, and not too far from the bigger Tri-Cities area. This year, it’s providing a welcome respite to skiers and snowboarders who are seeking a little bit of exercise, beautiful mountain views, and fresh, clean, mountain air. It’s still early in the season still, but we expect a long and exciting season ahead, as the snow is only predicted to get better and better at Bluewood Ski Area.
If you’re in town for skiing or any other reason for that matter, there’s one place for lodging that outshines all the rest, and that is Cameo Heights Mansion, a boutique hotel equidistant from Walla Walla and the Tri-Cities. Our romantic hotel is situated in the beautiful countryside of Washington’s wine country, offering a welcome respite after a long day of fun on the mountain. It is the perfect place to unwind and warm-up, and The Vine Restaurant onsite is the perfect place to refuel for another days’ adventure ahead!
This is a great year to get outside and enjoy a bit of winter. We’d love to help, and it’s certainly not too late to plan! Grab your tickets to Bluewood Ski Area, and book your room at our Walla Walla hotel today!
Bluewood Ski Area is the Best Place to Ski Near Walla Walla!
As you may imagine, finding snow to play in with the Blue Mountains not too far away is a pretty easy task for those visiting Walla Walla and the Tri-Cities, especially if you’re into cross country skiing, snowshoeing, and sledding. If you’re looking for a little downhill skiing and snowboarding, then Bluewood Ski Area is for you! In total, there are 24 runs at Bluewood Ski Area, with the longest of them being an incredible 2.25 miles! They operate 2 triple chairs and 2 conveyor lifts, with a total capacity of just over 6,000 people/hour. The bulk of the ski runs are suitable for intermediate skiers, with plenty of runs also available for beginners and experts alike.
With so many things during this time of the COVID-19 pandemic being affected, skiing at Bluewood Ski Area in Walla Walla is one thing that doesn’t have to be! You can read all about the COVID safety protocols in place at the mountain, which include limiting lines by purchasing tickets online in advance, masks in common areas, limited groupings on chairlifts, and no indoor dining.
The Best Lodging in Walla Walla
There are few things better than a day on the slopes around Walla Walla – it’s not only beautiful but exhilarating. However, after a long and likely exhausting day in the mountains, we bet you’ll be ready to put your feet up and relax. That’s where the stunning Cameo Heights Mansion comes in! The 7 distinctly decorated guest suites at the mansion are reminiscent of a luxury hotel experience, with a few perks you don’t often find at traditional hotels! Our amenities include two-personal whirlpool tubs and fireplaces in each suite, an on-site restaurant for dinner and complimentary breakfast, a game room, a movie room, a spa, and so much more!
Between our stunning accommodations and our exceptional 5-star service, there’s little need to leave our property. However, we’re only 25 miles from downtown Walla Walla and the Tri-Cities, where plenty of wineries, breweries, shopping, and more offer the perfect way to round out your trip to Washington’s wine country. This winter, why not join us for a couple of days, and test out the slopes at Bluewood Ski Area? We’ll take care of you and treat you to a bit of upscale luxury! Book your room at our hotel near Walla Walla today!