Enjoying the best of popular resorts like Mammoth Mountain is even more appealing when you can get some added perks to make your experience even more fun and rewarding. This is exactly what’s possible with the Ikon Base Pass. The cost can be more than justified if you have an appreciation for outdoor fun. Read on for a rundown of everything you need to know about the Ikon Base Pass, brought to you by the friendly team from Mammoth Bound, where you can find everything from beanies and gaiters to stylish Mammoth apparel.
Base Pass Prices
According to the Mammoth website, Ikon Passes for the 2022–23 season are now available for purchase. The listed price for the Base Pass is $769 for adults 23 and older. If you’re renewing your Base Pass for the next season, the cost is $719. Additional Base Pass options include:
• Young adults 13–22: $579
• Children 5–12: $299
• Children 4 and under: $99
If you buy your Ikon Base Pass from the Ikon website, there are military, nurse, and college discounts available. If you’re eligible for this discount, the cost is $569. This discount is valid for the adult and young adult passes only.
Base Pass Perks
Whether you’re purchasing an Ikon Base Pass for the first time or renewing your current pass for another season, there are several benefits you’ll get for your investment. These include:
• 30 limited destinations
• Exclusive on-mountain discounts
• 44 unique locations
• 13 unlimited destinations
With the Base Pass, you’ll also have the option to upgrade to the Ikon Base Plus Pass. With just the Base Pass, blackout dates apply.
Passholder Advantages
All it takes is the purchase of a Base Pass to gain access to many other appealing perks in addition to what we just went over above. In fact, every Ikon Pass comes with certain benefits and advantages. This list includes:
• Spring access*
• Pass credits if there are COVID-related closures
• “Early ups”—an extra hour of lift access starting at 7:30 a.m. just for passholders
• 25 percent off for family and friends+
• 10 percent off food and beverages—includes retail discounts at participating locations
• Lodging deals
• 20 percent savings on XC Trail Passes
• Free uphill access at Mammoth
• Savings that can be applied to summer activities (e.g., biking, climbing, dining, shopping, etc., plus free gondola rides)
*For Mammoth Mountain, spring access for 2022–23 passholders starts on April 11th, 2022.
+With the Base Pass, you’ll get eight discounted friend/family tickets.
Other Ikon Pass Options for Your Consideration
There are some other Ikon Pass options you’re welcome to consider. You can also make these purchases via the Mammoth site or from the Ikon website. For the regular Ikon Pass, the cost is $1,079 for adults and $979 for an adult renewal pass. With this pass, there are no blackout dates, and you have more options with destinations.
If you’re not a regular visitor to places like Mammoth Mountain, you can still benefit from Ikon Pass perks with the Ikon Session Pass. Adult session passes start at $249. These passes come with two-day, three-day, and four-day options. Blackout dates apply.
It can still get pretty chilly in April at Mammoth Mountain. Gaiters and beanies are the perfect items to keep you warm while you’re skiing, snowboarding, and enjoying all the fun things Mammoth Mountain has to offer. Stop by Mammoth Bound to pick up what you need!