Uphill Travel Safety & Policy
At Granite Gorge, we welcome uphill travel as part of our mountain experience. Uphill access lets you climb by foot or pedal outside of lift operations. To keep uphill travel safe and harmonious with other mountain operations, we ask all participants to follow these guidelines.
Required Passes & Waivers
A valid lift ticket for the day or an Uphill Season Pass is required for all uphill travel.
All users must sign a Season Pass Waiver.
Regular season passes include uphill access.
Uphill passes do not include lift access.
Your Responsibility
Uphill travelers are considered skiers and must adhere to “Your Responsibility Code” at all times. Please be aware of:
Please be aware of:
Snowmobiles, grooming equipment, and snowmaking operations
Winch cat cables and other active mountain machinery
Sharp turns, knolls, and limited sightlines
Required conduct:
Stay to the uphillers’ left/skiers’ right side of the trail
Wear visible and reflective clothing
Use a headlamp at or after dusk
Remain visible to downhill traffic and mountain operations
Permitted Routes & Hours
Uphill travel is allowed only on designated routes and during approved times.
Recommended Route:
Alternative Route:
Authorized Uphill Hours:
Routes may change at any time based on conditions or operations
Trail Usage Rules
Uphill travel is permitted only on trails open to uphill access
Entering closed terrain is strictly prohibited
Usage of terrain park features during uphill travel or descent is not allowed
Trails are designed for skiing and riding only:
- No sledding or sliding of any kind
- No alternative ascent or descent methods
Alpine Trail Restrictions
On alpine trails:
Only skinning and touring are permitted.
Snowshoes, foot traffic, and dogs are not allowed.
No Dogs Policy
We love our four-legged friends, but dogs are not allowed on the trails during operational hours—plan to reunite with them for après ski.
Operational Priorities & Closures
Grooming and snowmaking always take priority over uphill access.
Management may alter or close uphill routes at any time.
Uphill access may be restricted due to:
- Weather conditions
- Snowmaking
- Grooming operations
- Special events or safety concerns
Ski Patrol reserves the right to close the mountain, indicated by signage at the base of the authorized route.
Verification by Ski Patrol
- Ski Patrol and Mountain Operations may request to see your Uphill Travel Pass
- Failure to present a valid pass may result in loss of uphill privileges
Trespassing & Enforcement
- Granite Gorge Mountain Park is privately owned land
- Trespassing may result in loss of privileges or removal from the mountain
- Traveling without a pass or on unauthorized routes is not permitted
Emergency Information
- During operating hours: Call Granite Gorge Ski Patrol at 603-762-1391
- Outside operating hours: Call 911
Please note: Uphill travel during non-operational hours is at your own risk No ski patrol or rescue services are available when lifts are not operating
Be Prepared
Policy Updates
This uphill travel policy may change at any time. Participants are responsible for staying informed about current routes, conditions, and requirements before accessing the mounta
Ready to Go?
Once you have thoroughly reviewed our uphill safety information or checked with our staff, you’re ready to go.
See you on the mountain!