CHESTNUT MOUNTAIN RESORT



SKI AREAS ILLINOIS

CHESTNUT MOUNTAIN RESORT


April 23, 2024


No new snow to report today, with snowpack levels sitting at 0.0".

Weather today, areas of frost before 8am. otherwise, increasing clouds, with a high near 65. breezy, with a southwest wind 5 to 10 mph increasing to 15 to 20 mph in the afternoon. winds could gust as high as 30 mph.

Terrain Surface NA
Powder Score NA
Snowpack Percent Normal 0%
Max Recorded Snowpack 1"
Snowfall Next 24 Hours 0"
Snowfall Next 5 Days 0"

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Snowpack Depth (Past 7 Days)
Data sourced from Elizabeth

Recent Air Temperatures

Snow Forecast




5 Day Snow Forecast

Weather into tomorrow, A 30 percent chance of showers, mainly after 1pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 67. Breezy, with a west wind 10 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph.



Hourly Forecast

Snowpack Density

Snowpack vs Snow Water Equivalent
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

Chestnut Mountain Resort


Chestnut Mountain Resort in Illinois offers 19 trails ranging from beginner to expert, with the best trails being Sundance and Smokey. As an interesting historical fact, the resort was started by a group of Swiss investors in the 1950s. For beginners, it is recommended to try the Easy Street and Bunny trails. The best apres ski bar is The Summit, located at the top of the mountain, offering stunning views and live music on weekends. Overall, Chestnut Mountain Resort is a great option for skiing in the Midwest.


Terrain Overview

The Chestnut Mountain Resort is located in Illinois and is part of the Mississippi River Valley. The resort is situated in the hilly terrain of the Driftless Area, a region known for its rugged limestone bluffs and deep valleys.

The ski resort is situated along the Mississippi River and offers views of the river valley and surrounding bluffs. The main mountain range at Chestnut Mountain Resort is the Galena Ridge, which is known for its challenging slopes and scenic vistas.

Other notable mountain aspects at Chestnut Mountain Resort include the Cedar Bluff and Eagle's Nest runs, which offer steep terrain and stunning views of the surrounding area. The resort also features a variety of beginner and intermediate runs, making it suitable for skiers of all levels.

Overall, the mountain ranges and aspects of Chestnut Mountain Resort provide a unique and picturesque setting for skiing and snowboarding in Illinois.

CHESTNUT MOUNTAIN RESORT

Nearby Ski Areas 5 day forecast
BLACKJACK SKI RESORT 0"
LUTSEN MOUNTAINS NA
SKI SNOWSTAR NA
BRUCE MOUND SKI AREA NA
BIG POWDERHORN MOUNTAIN 0"
CHESTNUT MOUNTAIN RESORT NA
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