50° Mostly Sunny and Breezy
No new snow to report today, with snowpack levels sitting at 61.0".
Weather today, mostly sunny, with a high near 50. breezy, with a west southwest wind 15 to 25 mph.
Weather into tomorrow, A 30 percent chance of snow showers after noon. Some thunder is also possible. Partly sunny, with a high near 49. Breezy, with a southwest wind 10 to 15 mph increasing to 20 to 25 mph in the afternoon.
Snowpack levels are currently 2% below average, with snowpack depth last observed at 61 inches.
Hesperus Ski Area, located near Durango, Colorado, is a small but charming ski resort offering 26 trails across 160 acres of skiable terrain. The best trails for intermediate and advanced skiers are the Hesperus Bowl and the Upper and Lower Ellie trails. A little-known fact about the resort is that it was the first ski area in the United States to implement a rope tow system. For beginners, the resort offers the Bunny Hill, a gentle slope ideal for learning the basics of skiing. After a day on the slopes, skiers can enjoy a relaxing apres ski at the Powderhouse Bar, known for its cozy atmosphere and delicious drinks.
The pertinent mountain range for Hesperus Ski Area in Colorado is the La Plata Mountains. The ski area itself is located on the southern slope of Hesperus Mountain, which is part of the La Plata Mountains range. Hesperus Mountain has an elevation of 12,470 feet and offers a variety of terrain for skiers and snowboarders. The ski area has a vertical drop of 700 feet and features both beginner and intermediate runs.
| Nearby Ski Areas | 5 day forecast |
|---|---|
| KENDALL MOUNTAIN | 3" |
| DURANGO MOUNTAIN RESORT | NA |
| HESPERUS SKI AREA | 1" |
| SILVERTON MOUNTAIN | 3" |
| TELLURIDE | 3" |
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