Panoramic view of Mount Spokane and Hourglass slope — online webcam
Live broadcast from Lodge One ski area
This live webcam shows one of the most scenic slopes of Mount Spokane — the Hourglass Run trail. The panoramic view covers the snow-covered mountain slope, dense coniferous forest, and the historic Lodge One building at the bottom of the frame. The camera operates around the clock, allowing you to observe the resort conditions at any time of day — whether it's fresh morning snow or evening trail lighting.
Mount Spokane is the highest point in Spokane County, Washington, rising to 5,887 feet (1,793 m) above sea level. It is the only peak in the United States that is the county's highest point and shares the same name as the county's largest city. The mountain was previously called Mount Baldy until 1912 due to a prominent bald spot on the summit.
Lodge One history: CCC legacy from 1940
At the bottom of the frame, you can see the historic Lodge One building — one of the oldest structures on Mount Spokane. It was built by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) in 1939 with a federal grant of $58,000 and opened in October 1940. The structure was built from hand-peeled logs and granite following the naturalistic design principles characteristic of national parks at that time.
After decades of decay and minimal maintenance, the lodge was fully renovated by the 2015 season. Today it is a functional building that preserves its historic appearance and serves as the center of the ski area. The camera allows you to see it in the context of the slope — as part of the landscape, not just a standalone structure.
Hourglass Run: black diamond for experienced skiers
The central feature of the broadcast is the Hourglass trail, which is classified as a black diamond run, 770 m long. It is one of the most challenging slopes at the resort, designed for experienced skiers and snowboarders. The name "Hourglass" reflects the characteristic shape of the trail, which narrows in the middle section.
The camera shows skiers moving down the slope, leaving curved tracks in the fresh snow. The snow-covered slope is blanketed with dense coniferous forest — predominantly spruce trees, which create a picturesque backdrop and protect the trail from the wind. In clear weather, the sky above the forest is visible, creating a contrast between the white snow and the blue.
Mount Spokane ski resort: 52 runs and the first double chairlift
Mount Spokane Ski and Snowboard Park is a full-fledged ski resort with 1,704 acres of skiable terrain, 2,000 feet (610 m) of vertical drop, 52 runs, and 6 lifts. The resort is known not only for its slopes but also for its historical achievements: in 1947, the world's first double chairlift was installed here, converted from a mountain cable car from Wallace, Idaho.
Night skiing is available most evenings from Wednesday through Saturday, making the resort popular among locals who come after work. The webcam allows you to assess slope congestion in real time — especially on holidays when you can see the maximum number of skiers on the runs.
Nature and landscapes: 300 inches of snow and old-growth forests
Mount Spokane receives 300 inches (7.6 m) of snow per year, which provides a stable snow cover from November through April. The surrounding Mount Spokane State Park is Washington's largest state park at 13,919 acres (56.3 km²).
The park includes old-growth forests, granite rock fields, meadows, and 100 miles (160 km) of trails. The camera shows only a small portion of this diversity — the ski area with its coniferous forest — but even this fragment gives an idea of the scale of the natural landscape. In summer, when the snow melts, the slope turns into a green meadow, and the lodge becomes a starting point for hiking.
Night skiing and holidays on the slope
One of the advantages of this online camera is the ability to observe the slope in the evening. When the trail lights on the mountain are turned on, the Hourglass slope is transformed: artificial light creates a contrast with the dark forest, and skiers appear as small moving dots against the white snow.
On holidays — Christmas, New Year's, Martin Luther King Jr. Day — the resort operates in enhanced mode. The camera allows you to see how busy the runs are and choose the optimal time for skiing. On such days, you can observe long lift lines and active movement across all runs on the slope.
Mount Spokane in summer: off-season at the resort
When the snow cover melts, the landscape on the camera changes dramatically. The snow-covered slope turns into a green meadow, and the coniferous forest becomes saturated with color. Lodge One becomes a summer recreation center — hiking trails start here, and in the clearings at the base of the mountain you can see picnicking families.
In summer, Mount Spokane offers hiking, mountain biking, and wildlife viewing. The summit offers panoramic views of Spokane and Pend Oreille counties, and on clear days the Cascade Mountains are visible. The live camera allows you to assess weather conditions before your trip — cloud cover, visibility, and the overall condition of the slope.
What you can see on the camera
This webcam broadcasts a panoramic view of the Mount Spokane mountain slope in the Hourglass Run area. The frame simultaneously includes:
Snow-covered slope — the central part of the frame, where curved ski tracks and figures of people moving along the trail are visible. The slope is covered with fresh snow characteristic of the winter season.
Coniferous forest — dense thickets of snow-covered spruce trees framing the slope on both sides. The trees create a natural boundary for the trail and protect from the wind.
Lodge One — a historic building in the lower part of the frame, built in 1940. It is a functional structure that serves as the center of the ski area.
Clear sky — above the forest, a clear sky is visible, which depending on the time of day can be blue, gray, or colored by sunset.
The camera is available 24/7, allowing you to observe the slope at any time — from dawn to night trail lighting. It's a convenient way to assess conditions at the resort before your trip or simply enjoy the view of Mount Spokane's snow-covered slopes from anywhere in the world.
