No new snow to report today, with snowpack levels sitting at 0.0".
Weather today, showers and thunderstorms likely, mainly between 1pm and 4pm. partly sunny, with a high near 60. northwest wind around 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. chance of precipitation is 70%.
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.
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Humidity
Terrain Surface | NA |
Powder Score | NA |
Snowpack Percent Normal | 0% |
Max Recorded Snowpack | 191" |
Snowfall Past 24 Hours | 0" |
Snowfall Next 24 Hours | 0" |
Snowfall Next 5 Days | 0" |
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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.
Camping Area | Campsites | Reservations | Toilets | Showers | Elevation |
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Snowslide | 13 | 8,856 ft | |||
Target Tree | 25 | 7,764 ft | |||
Kroeger | 11 | 8,891 ft | |||
Matterhorn | 28 | 9,466 ft | |||
Sunshine | 15 | 9,589 ft | |||
Junction Creek | 44 | 7,275 ft | |||
Main - Mancos State Park | 24 | 7,836 ft | |||
West - Mancos State Park | 9 | 7,837 ft | |||
Dunes OHV Vehicle RA | Numerous | 5,361 ft | |||
Woods Lake | 41 | 9,411 ft |