Phoenix Mountain Ski Resort in British Columbia boasts some of the best powder skiing in the Kootenays.
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The ski area reports 2" of new snow today with snowpack levels rising to 3.0". Snowpack levels for this time of year average around 16 inches, but can be as high as 80 inches. Weather today, a 10 percent chance of snow after 4pm. increasing clouds, with a high near 30. light and variable wind becoming south around 6 mph in the afternoon. Up to 15" of more snowfall forecasted over the next 5 days.
Snow Water Equivalent (SWE) shows how much water the snow holds. This is ideal for year-to-year tracking of real snowfall and water resources. Measurements from Sentinel Butte.
Snowpack depth measures how much snow has accumulated in the area. This is a key indicator of powder quality, trail coverage, and how epic your runs are going to be this season at Phoenix Mountain.
Recent air temperature fluctuations at Phoenix Mountain impact snow quality and stability, from powder to slush.
The Phoenix Mountain Ski Resort in British Columbia is located in the Monashee Mountains. The resort features a variety of ski runs and terrain, with a vertical rise of 305 meters (1,000 feet) and 24 runs spread over 32 hectares (80 acres) of skiable terrain. The highest peak at Phoenix Mountain reaches an elevation of 1,536 meters (5,039 feet). The mountain is known for its diverse terrain, including tree runs, groomed trails, and challenging steeps, making it a popular destination for skiers and snowboarders of all skill levels.
The resort's crown jewel is the Black Forest, a double-black diamond run with steep pitches and gladed terrain. For beginners, the Sundance and Easy Street runs are perfect to learn on. An interesting fact is that Phoenix Mountain was named after a forest fire that burned the area in 1898. The resort's best apres ski bar is the Rusty Edge Bar & Grill, known for their delicious food and friendly staff.
The ski area received 2" of new snowfall since yesterday.
Weather today, a 10 percent chance of snow after 4pm. increasing clouds, with a high near 30. light and variable wind becoming south around 6 mph in the afternoon.
Phoenix Mountain is expected to receive up to 14.56" of new snowfall in the next 5 days.
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