Ikon Pass adds Alyeska Resort for 2023-24 winter season

View of the tram at Alyeska Resort. Photo: Courtesy of Alyeska Resort.

UTAH — Deer Valley Resort and Solitude Mountain Resort gained a new Ikon pass teammate on Thursday in the Alyeska Resort in Alaska.

Alyeska Resort, located 40 miles south of Anchorage in Chugach State Park, will be part of the 2023-24 list of destinations on the Ikon Pass, which now offers a total of 56 global destinations on 5 continents and 11 countries. Passholders will have access to 178,860 total acres of terrain encompassing 7,184 trails and 1,540 lifts, not including CMH.

The Alyeska Resort encompasses 1,610 acres of varied terrain with 76 trails, and receives over 669 inches of snow annually. The resort features glacier-filled vistas, northern light sightings, and a 60-passenger ariel science tram with panoramic views.

“We are thrilled to expand into Alaska and invite the Ikon Pass community to discover Alyeska Resort,” said Erik Forsell, chief marketing officer of Alterra Mountain Company. “Alyeska Resort is truly an iconic destination with its storied terrain, stunning views, scenic tram and adventurous atmosphere.”

Base Ikon Pass holders will have five days of access with some blackout dates. Ikon Pass holders will have seven days of access with no blackout dates. The resort will also be available on the Ikon Session Pass.

“Alyeska Resort is proud to partner with Ikon Pass. This partnership creates exciting new opportunities for U.S. and international guests to experience the grandeur of winter in Alaska,” said Ryan Pomeroy, owner of Alyeska Resort. “Not only will Ikon Pass holders experience Alyeska’s premier skiing and riding, they’ll also be able to rejuvenate at the 50,000 square foot Alyeska Nordic Spa, enjoy exceptional dining options, and experience many other outdoor activities, all from the comfort of our chateau-style resort accommodations.”