MT. BAKER SKI AREA

SKI REPORT
December 21, 2024
48.86, -121.67


SNOWPACK DEPTH

41.0" 89%

Snowpack DepthPercent of Normal

-3" 48.11 "

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No new snow to report today, with snowpack levels sitting at 41.0". Weather today, rain, mainly after 10am. high near 45. east wind around 5 mph becoming light and variable in the morning. chance of precipitation is 100%. new precipitation amounts between a half and three quarters of an inch possible. Up to 48" of more snowfall forecasted over the next 5 days. Heavy snow is on the way, with the mountain expecting up to 10.06" of new snowfall by tomorrow. Get driving directions if you're planning on heading up.

- The main mountain range that Mt. Baker Ski Area is located in is the North Cascades, part of the Cascade Range in Washington state.
- The ski resort itself is situated on the northern flank of Mount Baker, an active stratovolcano and the second-highest peak in the state of Washington.
- The ski area has a vertical drop of 1,500 feet and offers a variety of terrain including groomed runs, backcountry skiing, and some of the steepest inbounds terrain in North America.

Snowpack Percent Normal 89%
Max Recorded Snowpack 202"
Snowfall Next 24 Hours 10"
Snowfall Next 5 Days 48.11"
Terrain Surface NA
Powder Score NA

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About the Area


Mt. Baker Ski Area is a popular ski resort in the United States known for its challenging terrain and abundant snowfall. It offers over 1,000 acres of skiable terrain, with its best trails being the Pan Dome, Shuksan Arm, and the Backcountry Gates. A little-known fact is that the Mt. Baker Ski Area holds the world record for the most snowfall in a single season, with 1,140 inches in the winter of 1998-1999. For beginners, the best trail is the Green Acres, which is a gentle, easy run. The White Salmon Lodge is the best apres ski bar, offering delicious food and drinks along with live music.

Night Skiing No
Lift Count 10 Lifts
Hourly Lift Capacity 11000 per hour
Base Elevation 1067 Meters
Terrain Park Yes
Acreage 1000 Acres
Established 1954
Run Count 38 Trails

Local Snow Forecast View more

Ski Area Next 24 Hours Next 3 Days Next 5 Days
49 Degrees North Mountain Resort 0.9" 1.13" 1.13"
Mission Ridge Ski Area 0" 1.98" 9.97"
Mt. Spokane Ski Area 3.45" 8.49" 14.96"
Bluewood 4.64" 9.47" 13.59"
Badger Mountain Ski Area 2.85" 4.96" 12.77"
Mt. Baker Ski Area 10.06" 27.49" 48.11"

Regional Snowpack Conditions View more

Location Overnight Snowpack SWE
NOHRSC BEAVER PASS -3" 39" 10.7"
NOHRSC MARTEN RIDGE -5" 34" 13.2"
NOHRSC MF NOOKSACK -4" 34" 13.7"
NOHRSC BROWN TOP -1" 62" 18.7"
NOHRSC 21A07 - EASY PASS AM -2" 67" 34.6"
NOHRSC ALPINE MEADOWS 1" 17" 7.4"

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