I purchased my season pass, now what? Explore our FAQs and get set for the season.
Pottawattamie County now owns and operates Mt. Crescent Ski Area. As a result, Pottawattamie County residents receive a 25% discount on Season Passes, Lift Tickets, and Sledding. Pottawattamie County residents should use their billing zip code for their discount code when checking out. Discount applies to Season Passes, Lift Tickets, and Sledding only. Equipment rentals are excluded from discounts. All Pottawattamie County discounts will be verified. Non Pottawattamie County residents found abusing discount codes will risk forfeiture of their Season Pass and/or Lift Tickets.
Pricing Schedule:
Please note: The rates listed below do NOT include taxes (7%) or processing fees (4%). When purchasing your pass products the prices will be shown as out-the-door pricing with the taxes and fees included in the displayed rate. Thank you!
| Early Bird | Oct Price | Nov Price | Dec Price | |
| In County/Out of County | In County/Out of County | In County/Out of County | In County/Out of County | |
| 6 & Under |
$18.75/$25 | $18.75/$25 | $18.75/$25 | $18.75/$25 |
| Youth (7-12) | $168/$224 | $186.75/$249 | $205.5/$274 | $224.25/$299 |
| Adult (13yrs+) |
$168/$224 | $186.75/$249 | $205.5/$274 | $224.25/$299 |
| Family Pass (4ppl) | $599.25/$799 | $636.75/$849 | $674.25/$899 | $711.75/$949 |
| Add Family Member | $149.25/$199 | $160.50/$214 | $168/$224 | $186.75/$249 |
| Season Rentals (1 Person) | $149 | $149 | $189 | $189 |
| Pottawattamie County residents should use their billing zip code on the cart page to receive their discount. |
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Early Bird Bonus Benefits:
These additional benefits are only available if your season pass is purchased during our Early Bird promotion.
- Three(3) Single transferable Daily Lift Ticket for a friend or family member
- Three(3) Single transferable Zibob Sledding Ticket for a friend or family member
- Voucher for 10% discount on next year’s season pass
- Plus Regular Season Pass Benefits (listed below)
Regular Season Pass Benefits:
- One (1) Single transferable Daily Lift Ticket for a friend or family member
- One (1) Single transferable Zibob Sledding Ticket for a friend or family member
- Free Zibob Sledding Throughout the Season
- Free Entry to ALL Midnight Madness Events
- Free or discounted Lift Tickets at 7 partner resorts (see below)
- NEW! Season Pass Holders can access operating lifts 1 hour before posted open times, granted they have their own equipment.
Add-on Option: Season Pass Protection Program | Cost: $25
As an optional purchase you can protect your season pass investment. Nobody plans on becoming injured or possibly relocating due to employment mid season. With the purchase of our Season Pass Protection you can rest easy knowing that if something unforeseen does happen you can recover a pro-rated amount of your Season Pass purchase.
For detailed information regarding our Season Pass Protection Program follow the link: Policies Page
Expected Operating Hours
Monday
Closed except for certain holidays and special events.
Special Holiday Hours Coming Up:
- December 23rd, 2024: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (Holiday Rates)
- PLUS Santa's Coming to Crescent from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.!
- December 30th, 2024: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (Holiday Rates)
Tuesday
Wednesday
Closed Christmas Day
Special Holiday Hours Coming Up:
- January 1st, 2024 (New Year's Day): 12:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. (Holiday Rates)
Regular Hours + Canned Food Donation Discount ($5 off) Resume:
- January 8th, 2024: 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Thursday
Special Holiday Hours Coming Up:
- December 26th, 2024: 12:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. (Holiday Rates)
- January 2nd, 2025: 12:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. (Holiday Rates)
Regular Hours + College & Military Nights Resume:
- January 9th, 2025: 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Friday
Special Holiday Hours Coming Up:
- December 20th, 2024: 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
- December 27th, 2024: 12:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. (Holiday Rates)
- January 3rd, 2025: 12:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. (Holiday Rates)
Regular Hours + Homeschool Days + Scout Nights Resume:
- January 10th, 2025: 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Saturday
Open 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with alternating Sledding and Midnight Madness events in the late evening.
- December 21st, 2024: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
- Sledding kicks off December 21st from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
- Midnight Madness kicks off January 4th, 2025 from 8:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m.
Sunday
Open 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
- December 22nd, 2024: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Hours of Operation Information
- Please check the dropdowns for specific event and holiday hours, which vary from our standard operating hours. Holiday rates equate to weekend lift ticket prices.
- Season pass holders can access the lifts 1 hour before opening, granted they have their own equipment.
- Special events this season will include College/Military Night on Thursdays, Homeschool Days and Scout Nights on Fridays, and Midnight Madness and Sledding on select Saturday Evenings. Wednesday visitors can receive $5 off their purchase by bringing in canned food donations.
Midwest Partner Resorts
Galena, Illinois
Receive 50% off regular price lift weekday tickets (Mon-Thur, non-holiday) starting Jan. 2nd. Not Valid 1/20/25 & 2/17/25
Leadville, Colorado
Receive 3 complimentary days of skiing at Ski Cooper.
Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Receive 50% off lift tickets for the entire season.
Superior, Wisconsin
Receive 3 visits at half price.
Boone, Iowa
Receive 3 visits with half price lift tickets.
Des Moines, Iowa
Receive Buy 1 Get 1 free sledding and tubing all season long.
Dubuque, Iowa
Receive 1 free lift ticket.
Please Read Before Arrival!
ACCOUNT:
Having an online account is REQUIRED to purchase tickets or participate in activity at Mt. Crescent. We HIGHLY suggest setting up an account, signing your e-waiver, and purchasing online before you visit (if applicable) to save you time in line and ensure availability. To get started, please follow the instructions on our Know Before You Go page.
WAIVER:
Every person must have a signed waiver before doing any winter activity at Mt. Crescent Ski Area. A waiver must be e-signed by a parent or legal guardian for anyone under 18 years of age.
NO-REFUND POLICY:
Mt. Crescent reserves a no-refund policy for tickets and season passes and cannot be held responsible for weather or snow conditions. Mt. Crescent holds the right to modify hours at any time. Please read our Policies Page before making any purchase. Thank you!
Mt. Crescent reserves a no-refund policy for tickets and season passes and cannot be held responsible for weather or snow conditions. Mt. Crescent holds the right to modify hours at any time. Please read our refund policy before making any purchase. Thank you!
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