Cat Skiing in Oregon

ADDITIONAL DETAILS ABOUT CAT SKIING IN OREGON

Given its layout and elevation, only the most advanced and expert skiers are advised to try their hands at cat skiing here. They should also be in the fittest of physical condition. Intermediate skiers are cautioned to avoid Mount Bailey until they reach the advanced or expert level.

All skiers are paired with experienced, professional guides, and are given standard avalanche equipment prior to being taken into the backcountry. Cat skiers can expect to average between 15,000 to 18,000 vertical feet per day.

Cat skiers have a variety of lodging choices including deluxe accommodations. Other activities that skiers can enjoy when they are out in the backcountry include snowboarding, tubing, snowmobiling, and snowshoeing. There are several lodging choices like motel rooms, studios, two-bedroom guest cabins, four-bedroom family cabins, jacuzzi suites, vintage cabins, and a retreat cabin.

While Mount Bailey is located in a relatively remote area of Oregon, it is possible to reach it by U.S. highways and county roads. In fact, all of the roads leading to and from the area are cleared and sanded during the winter months. In particular, Highway 138 that leads directly to Crater National Park.

The cat skiing area is located just over an hour away from Roseburg, Medford and Klamath Falls. The nearest international airport to the mountain would be in Portland.