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Stevens Pass Bike Park opens for 2025 season

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Stevens Pass Bike Park opened for its summer season on June 28, allowing passholders exclusive access a day earlier. General Manager Ellen Galbraith confirmed that the downhill bike trails are in prime condition after winter preparation. Non-bikers can opt for a scenic chairlift ride to Hogsback, with choices to either ride down or take a nature trail back. The park also features two nine-hole disc golf courses, with rental discs available. The Bull’s Tooth restaurant and bike park amenities will be operational from Friday to Monday throughout the summer months.

Mid-week, the T-Bar Café will cater to Pacific Crest Trail hikers and US-2 travelers from 9 a. m. to 2 p. m. This season marks a return to outdoor recreation as local tourism rebounds post-pandemic.

Stevens Pass continues to be a key destination for outdoor enthusiasts in the region.

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