Mt. Bachelor reopens after wind-caused closure; some lifts closed for de-icing
Gregory Deffenbaugh
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Mt. Bachelor reopened to skiers and snowboarders Friday morning, one day after high winds prompted its closure, although more blustery and icy conditions had some lifts on hold.
Officials said on Friday morning’s mountain report that the Cloudchaser, Skyler and Pine Marten lifts started the day on hold for de-icing. The Red Chair also was on hold for an assessment, while Outback remained closed alongside Northwest.
Cloudchaser reopened at mid-morning, followed by the Pine Marten and Skyliner lifts.
The resort advised visitors that strong winds persisted. Mid-morning weather updates showed temperatures just below freezing and winds gusting to 55 mph at the summit, 47 mph at Pine Marten and 32 mph at Sunrise.
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Due to high winds, Mt. Bachelor was forced to close on Thursday.
According to their website, operations ended at 10:00 am due to dangerous conditions, specifically lift operations.
You can watch a LIVE feed from the summit of the mountain as winds continue to impact operations.