MOUNT ASHWABAY

SKI AREAS • WISCONSIN

MOUNT ASHWABAY

April 29, 2024

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

Weather today, showers. high near 43. breezy, with a northeast wind 10 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. chance of precipitation is 80%. new precipitation amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.

Terrain Surface	NA
Powder Score	NA
Snowpack Percent Normal	172%
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 Bayfield Fish Hatchery

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Snow Forecast

5 Day Snow Forecast

Weather into tomorrow, Partly sunny, with a high near 58. West wind 5 to 10 mph becoming east in the afternoon.

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Snowpack Density

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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

Mount Ashwabay

Located in Bayfield, Wisconsin, Mount Ashwabay ski resort offers 14 runs and 15 kilometers of cross-country ski trails. The resort's best trails are the black diamond runs, including the steep and challenging "The Face." A little-known fact is that the resort was originally a Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) camp in the 1930s. For beginners, the resort's "Learning Lane" is a gentle and wide trail perfect for practicing basic skills. The best apres ski bar in the area is The Pickled Herring, located in nearby Bayfield, which offers a cozy atmosphere and a variety of local craft beers.

Terrain Overview

The Mount Ashwabay Ski Resort is located in the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest in Bayfield, Wisconsin. The ski area is situated on the slopes of Mount Ashwabay, which is part of the Ashland-Bayfield County Highlands region.

The main mountain range in the area is the Penokee Range, which is located to the north of Mount Ashwabay. The Penokee Range is known for its rugged terrain and scenic views of Lake Superior.

Mount Ashwabay itself is a small mountain with a peak elevation of around 1,474 feet. The ski resort features a vertical drop of approximately 320 feet and offers a variety of runs for skiers and snowboarders of all levels.

The mountain aspects of Mount Ashwabay include a mix of open slopes, wooded glades, and challenging steeps. The resort also offers a terrain park for freestyle enthusiasts and a tubing hill for families and beginners.

Overall, Mount Ashwabay Ski Resort provides a unique skiing experience in the heart of Wisconsin's Northwoods.