Question 1

Q: I’m planning to hike the PCT this summer. Can I leave my car at the trailhead? Are reservations required?

Accepted Answer

A: Parking reservations are not required during the summer season. For additional information relating to hiking and parking in the summer, please email Stevens Pass directly at SPguestservice@vailresorts.com.

Question 2

Q: Why are you making this change?

Accepted Answer

A:  Over the past few seasons, we’ve learned a lot about how parking and arrivals impact the guest experience, especially on our busiest days. Reservations have been very effective in helping us manage our parking resources, and that is why we will be requiring reservations for all guests on most weekends and holiday periods for the 2026/27 season. These updates are designed to help improve the flow of arrivals, predictability, and the overall guest experience, while encouraging and incentivizing carpooling. This plan builds on guest feedback and operational learnings from Stevens Pass as well as resorts across the industry.

Question 3

Q: How is this different from what you announced last spring, then retracted?

Accepted Answer

A: This updated parking plan requires reservations for most weekends and holiday periods, which is similar to what we announced last spring. However, the biggest difference with this updated plan is that the majority of parking reservations will be free, including introducing new free reservations available weekly ahead of weekends and holiday periods, in addition to free advanced reservations available for carpool guests. Paid parking reservations will also still be available for guests who want to plan in advance but are unable to carpool.

Question 4

Q: Are you going to change your mind again about this parking plan?

Accepted Answer

A: We are confident this is the right next step for Stevens Pass to prioritize the parking and arrivals experience, while offering greater flexibility and encouraging more sustainable travel during our busiest times. That said, we will always continue to learn, adjust, and listen to guest feedback to improve our operations.

Question 5

Q: What are ‘most weekends and holiday periods’?

Accepted Answer

A: Weekends and holiday periods are our most popular and busiest times at the resort when we typically reach capacity in all our parking lots.

For the 2026/27 season, this includes the following dates when reservations will be required: 
November 27-29 (if the resort is open) 
December 5-6, 12-13, 19-20, 26-31 
January 1-3, 9-10, 16-18, 23-24, 30-31 
February 6-7, 13-15, 20-21, 27-28 
March 6-7, 13-14, 20-21

Question 6

Q: How are you defining “weekends”?

Accepted Answer

A: Weekends are defined as Saturdays and Sundays.

Question 7

Q: What happens after 10 a.m.?

Accepted Answer

A: Skiers and riders arriving prior to 10 a.m. on most weekends and holiday periods will need a reservation to park. All guests with reservations should arrive prior to 10 a.m. otherwise those reservations/spaces may be released. While reservations are only required prior to 10 a.m. on peak days, our parking often remains at capacity until the afternoon, so we encourage guests without a reservation to arrive after 2 p.m. and visit us during night skiing and riding operations.

Question 8

Q: How will this parking system be enforced?

Accepted Answer

A: Parking operations will continue to be managed on site with the support of a third-party parking partner. Clear signage, advance communication, and staff support will help guide guests through the process. Additional details will be shared ahead of the season.

Question 9

Q: What parking lots are included?

Accepted Answer

A: All summit lots (plus Yodelin when needed) will be included in this updated parking plan, requiring reservations on most weekends and holidays. Lot F remains the RV overnight camping lot, and RV reservations are required.

Question 10

Q: What about the Yodelin lot? Can I park for free there?

Accepted Answer

A: Yodelin will be included in this updated parking plan, requiring reservations on most weekends and holiday periods when reservations at the summit are full.

Question 11

Q: Will there be a shuttle from Monroe?

Accepted Answer

A: At this time, shuttle service is limited to satellite lots at Yodelin and only when needed.

Question 12

Q: If reservations are effective, why not require reservations all the time?

Accepted Answer

A: Reservations have been very effective in helping us manage our parking, and that is why we will be requiring reservations for all guests on most weekends and holiday periods for the 2026/27 season, with a mix of free, paid, and free carpool reservations. On non-peak days when volume is lower, there isn’t currently a consistent need to require reservations.

Question 13

Q: What happens on weekdays?

Accepted Answer

A: On non-peak weekdays, parking remains free and first-come, first-served, with no reservations required.

Question 14

Q: What if there’s a highway delay or unexpected closure and I arrive later than planned?

Accepted Answer

A: We monitor road, weather, and operational conditions closely. When significant delays occur, we may extend reservation hold times. Updates will be shared through our parking text alerts and official channels.

Question 15

Q: Is this about generating revenue?

Accepted Answer

A: No. While we will require reservations on most weekends and holidays for the 2026/27 season, the majority of our parking still remains free. These updates are designed to help us best manage the parking and arrivals experience, reduce park out events, and encourage more sustainable travel during our busiest times. We would consider it a success if most guests park for free by carpooling. Net proceeds from parking are intended to be reinvested back into the parking and arrivals experience at Stevens Pass.

Question 16

Q: Is there a season-long parking pass?

Accepted Answer

A: No, not at this time

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