Introducing the Mt. Rainier Gondola—the first gondola in the Pacific Northwest!

We feel extremely lucky to have Washington’s premier ski area just 10-15 minutes away. Its size is amazing -… Learn More

New! Saturday evening snowshoe tours followed by a fondue dinner.

This is a really unique experience, and definitely one you ought to try at least once! Join Crystal for a… Learn More

Crystal offers a wonderful women’s camp, as well as backcountry camps and clinics that can help take your skiing to the next level.

When we first moved out here, we… Learn More

We have so much fun during the holidays, with activities every night that everyone—including the young and the young at heart—will enjoy.  And the best part is that we don’t… Learn More

There are good places to cross country ski here. Our recommendations will vary based on freezing levels and here are some of our favorites.

One of our favorite places to… Learn More

After a long day on the slopes or outside playing in the snow, many of our guests tell us that it’s relaxing to just curl up in front of a… Learn More

For years, we’ve been telling our non-skier guests, family and friends about how awesome the view is from Crystal’s summit.  Well now, with the new Mt. Rainier Gondola, everyone can… Learn More

There are so many great places to snowshoe here.  Many of the trails start from Alta Crystal Resort, or there are many other places to go around Crystal.  Our recommendations… Learn More