CAMPBELL AIRSTRIP CROSS COUNTRY SKI TRAILS

SKI AREAS • ALASKA

CAMPBELL AIRSTRIP CROSS COUNTRY SKI TRAILS

May 8, 2024

25.0" Snowpack (136% of Normal)

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42° Mostly Cloudy then Rain Likely

No new snow to report today, with snowpack levels sitting at 25.0". Snowpack levels for this time of year average around 13 inches, but can be as high as 114 inches.

Weather today, isolated showers between 1pm and 4pm, then rain likely after 4pm. mostly cloudy, with a high near 42. calm wind. chance of precipitation is 60%. Up to 4" of more snowfall forecasted over the next 5 days.

Terrain Surface	NA
Powder Score	NA
Snowpack Percent Normal	136%
Max Recorded Snowpack	114"
Snowfall Next 24 Hours	0"
Snowfall Next 5 Days	3.58"

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Snowpack Depth (Past 7 Days)

Data sourced from Anchorage Hillside

Recent Air Temperatures

Snow Forecast

5 Day Snow Forecast

Weather into tomorrow, Scattered snow showers, mainly between 7am and 1pm, then a chance of snow after 1pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 38. Southeast wind 5 to 10 mph becoming north in the afternoon. Winds could gust as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%.

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Long Term Outlook

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Seasonal Snow Comparison

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Snowpack levels are currently 99% above average, with snowpack depth last observed at 25 inches.

Snowpack Density

Snowpack vs Snow Water Equivalent

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Wet, heavy snowfall generally consists of atleast 12.5% water content or higher for every foot of snow. Lighter, drier snow might contain up to 1.0 inch of water for every foot of snow; up to 8.3% water.

Ski Area Summary

Campbell Airstrip Cross Country Ski Trails

Campbell Airstrip Cross Country Ski Trails is a popular ski resort in Anchorage, Alaska, with over 10 kilometers of well-groomed trails for skiers of all levels. The best trails at the resort are considered to be the Moose Ridge Trail and the Connecting Trail, both of which offer stunning views of the surrounding wilderness. An interesting fact about the resort is that it was once a military airfield during World War II. For beginner skiers, it is recommended to try the Blueberry Hill Trail, which is a short and easy loop. For après-ski, locals recommend visiting the Moose's Tooth Pub and Pizzaria, which offers delicious pizza and craft beer.

Terrain Overview

The Campbell Airstrip Cross-Country Ski Trails in Alaska are located in the Chugach Mountains, which is a subrange of the Pacific Coast Ranges. The ski resort offers a variety of terrain including gentle rolling hills and more challenging steep slopes, making it suitable for skiers of all levels. Some of the prominent mountain aspects in the area include Mount Gordon Lyon, Mount Campbell, and Mount Williwaw. The resort also offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains and glaciers, providing a picturesque backdrop for a day of skiing.

Nearby Ski Areas	5 day forecast
MIRROR LAKE COYOTE SKI TRAILS	NA
MANITOBA MOUNTAIN	9"
ARCTIC VALLEY	4"
HILLTOP SKI AREA	4"
EAGLE RIVER HIGH SCHOOL CROSS COUNTRY SKI TRAILS	4"
CAMPBELL AIRSTRIP CROSS COUNTRY SKI TRAILS	4"