And Why You Need to Act Now Before Prices Go Up

Whether you’re going sky high at Whiteface, cruising the scenic trails of Belleayre, or tackling Gore’s legendary terrain, the SKI3 Season Pass is your all-access ticket to the best skiing and riding in New York State – and so much more.

This isn’t just a lift pass. It’s your year-round ticket to adventure. One that comes packed with exclusive perks like free guest lift tickets and scenic gondola rides, Nordic trail access, discounts on gear and food and drinks, and even free entry to major events at Olympic venues. With SKI3, you’ll save money and have great days before you even hit the slopes.

But don’t wait, prices go up after August 6.

Let’s get more specific on the perks. Here are 10 unbeatable reasons why the SKI3 pass is the best deal in Northeast skiing.

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1. BRING A FRIEND TICKETS. Your SKI3 pass comes with two free lift tickets. Right from the start you get real value. SKI3 Alpine Passholders get free Bring a Friend Tickets to use as soon as you buy the pass, so you can share the fun by bringing some of your favorite ski buddies to Whiteface, Gore, and Belleayre. All without even spending money on day passes. Also, alpine pass holders can enjoy free Nordic trail access at Belleayre and the Gore Mountain Nordic Center as well as two free Nordic trail tickets at Mt Van Hoevenberg. So, even though alpine skiing and riding is your thing, you can dig into some great cross-country skiing or snowshoeing whenever you want to.

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2. FREE NORDIC ACCESS. At Gore, Belleayre, and Mt Van Hoevenberg. Nordic passholders get another great cross-country perk, too. Mt Van Hoevenberg passholders get 10 free non-holiday Nordic trail passes at Gore, and Gore passholders get 10 free non-holiday Nordic trail passes at Mt Van Hoevenberg.

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3. FREE SCENIC SKY RIDES and FREE GUEST PASSES. That’s right, each passholder receives free scenic sky rides, plus three free sky ride tickets to share with friends and family (excluding special events), one each at Belleayre, Gore, and Whiteface. There’s also the Skyride experience – free – at the Olympic Jumping Complex (excluding special events). This one-time free experience includes the Skyride Gondola plus a ride up the glass elevator of the 128-meter jump tower. SKI3 passholders also get 50% off all additional scenic gondola ride tickets to share with family and friends.

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4. HALF-OFF TUNING, 10% Off REPAIRS and DEMOS. Everyone eventually needs their skis or board tuned up. SKI3 pass holders receive 50% off one basic tune-up valid at Belleayre, Gore, or Whiteface Mountains. Plus, if you are ever interested in performance demos, SKI3 passholders receive 10% off at any venue as well as 10% off for tuning and repairs.

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5. 10% OFF ALL RETAIL. Need some gear or gifts? SKI3 passholders get 10% off everything at all Olympic Authority retail stores. This discount is valid on all non-sale items at all our seven stores through the end of the 2025/26 season.

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6. ONE FREE RENTAL. Ideal if you want to try something new or have family members or friends who are first timers, SKI3 passholders receive one free ski or snowboard rental at Belleayre, Gore, or Whiteface.

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7. 10% OFF FOOD & DRINKS — ALL YEAR. But it’s not all about skiing and riding. Your pass also includes 10% discounts on food and beverage. And when the snow melts, the perks keep coming. With your SKI3 pass, this discount applies all summer, too, excluding mobile orders and alcohol.

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8. MORE THAN SNOW: BIKING, BEACHES & DISC GOLF. With an abundance of other fun activities at all our venues, there’s even more – free mountain biking trail access at Gore and Mt Van Hoevenberg through the end of the 2025 Fall mountain biking season (rentals not included), half-price entry to Belleayre Beach and one free Belleayre Beach boat rental, plus two free rounds of disc golf (one each at Whiteface and Gore), 20% off admission to the Lake Placid Olympic Museum, and another 20% off at the iconic James C. Sheffield Speed Skating Oval in Lake Placid.

But it gets even better.

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9. FREE ENTRY TO MAJOR EVENTS. SKI3 passholders get free general admission to major events across all our Olympic Venues, including The Flaming Leaves Festival, Oktoberfest (Sunday only), FIS Ski Jumping World Cup, International Biathlon Union Cup, FIS Cross-Country World Cup Finals, and the FIL Luge World Cup. New for the 2025/26 Season Pass is also free entry to the 2025 UCI Mountain Bike World Series, October 3-5, 2025, at both Whiteface and Mt Van Hoevenberg.

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10. GO GLOBAL WITH THE MOUNTAIN COLLECTIVE. Here’s another big new one. Now with a SKI3 Season Pass, your season just went global. Whiteface has joined the Mountain Collective, which means your SKI3 Full Season Pass now gives you unlimited 50% off lift tickets (no blackout dates) at 27 world-class destinations across North America and beyond—including Aspen Snowmass, Jackson Hole, Banff Sunshine, and more.

When you think about it, the ski and snowboard season isn’t far off.  This is your chance to get the SKI3 Season Pass while also locking in big savings, unlocking exclusive perks, and opening the door to experiences far beyond the lifts and trails at all our mountains.

But remember, time is almost up.

August 6, 2025, is your deadline. After that, prices increase and availability may drop, so don’t wait. Lock in your SKI3 Season Pass today and get ready for the best year yet.