* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations 4 to 8 inches with localized amounts up to 12 inches possible. * WHERE...Anchorage and Lower Matanuska Valley. * WHEN...Until 9 AM AKST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Heavier snow bands west of Anchorage this evening will move east across the city, Eagle River, and the Matanuska Valley overnight. Steady snow will continue through Sunday morning before gradually tapering off by Sunday afternoon or evening.
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.
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The ski area reports 1" of new snow today with snowpack levels rising to 17.0". Snowpack levels for this time of year average around 27 inches, but can be as high as 114 inches. Weather today, snow. areas of blowing snow before 9am. high near 31. southeast wind 20 to 30 mph decreasing to 10 to 20 mph in the afternoon. winds could gust as high as 45 mph. chance of precipitation is 90%. new snow accumulation of 4 to 6 inches possible. Up to 6" of more snowfall forecasted over the next 5 days.
Snow Water Equivalent (SWE) shows how much water the snow holds. This is ideal for year-to-year tracking of real snowfall and water resources. Measurements from Anchorage Hillside.
Snowpack depth measures how much snow has accumulated in the area. This is a key indicator of powder quality, trail coverage, and how epic your runs are going to be this season at Campbell Airstrip Cross Country Ski Trails.
Recent air temperature fluctuations at Campbell Airstrip Cross Country Ski Trails impact snow quality and stability, from powder to slush.
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.
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.
Run Count | 7 Trails |
The ski area received 1" of new snowfall since yesterday.
Weather today, snow. areas of blowing snow before 9am. high near 31. southeast wind 20 to 30 mph decreasing to 10 to 20 mph in the afternoon. winds could gust as high as 45 mph. chance of precipitation is 90%. new snow accumulation of 4 to 6 inches possible.
Campbell Airstrip Cross Country Ski Trails is expected to receive up to 6.37" of new snowfall in the next 5 days.
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