Royal Mountain Snow Report
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Royal Mountain
Royal Mountain ski resort in New York offers a range of trails for skiers of all levels, with the best runs being the Wildcat and the Rattler. An interesting fact about the resort is that it was originally founded in 1939 by a group of local farmers who wanted to create a ski hill for their families and friends. For beginners, the resort offers a gentle slope called the T-Bar, which is perfect for learning the basics. After a day on the slopes, skiers can head to the resort's on-site bar, The Lounge, which offers a cozy atmosphere and delicious food and drinks.
Terrain mix: Royal Mountain Ski Resort in New York is located in the Adirondack Mountains. The resort features several mountain ranges and aspects, including:
1. The Adirondack Mountains: Royal Mountain Ski Resort is situated in the southern Adirondack Mountains, which are known for their stunning natural beauty and diverse terrain.
2. The Taconic Mountains: The resort is also located near the Taconic Mountains, which run along the eastern border of New York and offer challenging slopes and breathtaking views.
3. The Appalachian Mountains: While not directly adjacent to the resort, the Appalachian Mountains are a significant mountain range in the region and influence the climate and terrain of the area.
4. The mountain aspects at Royal Mountain Ski Resort include a variety of runs and trails for skiers and snowboarders of all skill levels. The resort offers both beginner-friendly slopes and more advanced terrain for experienced riders.
Overall, Royal Mountain Ski Resort is surrounded by beautiful mountain ranges and offers a diverse range of slopes and trails for visitors to enjoy.
Plan your day down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no. Watch the snow column the morning of a storm to know when to call in sick.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
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15-day temperature & snow
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks -- start of next storm cycle, end of last one.
What forecasters are seeing
Plain-English forecast narrative from the local NWS office. Issued by NWS ALY.
Beyond the slopes
Other ski areas, basecamp options, alpine fishing, and scenic stops near Royal Mountain -- worth knowing whether you're in for a day, a long weekend, or a season pass.
Other ski areas
Campgrounds
- Caroga Lake - Dec
- Tent Site
- St. Johnsville Campsite And Marina
- Lock 15
- Rock Lake Tentsite
- West Stony Creek Campsite #2
Mountain & avalanche safety
- Know before you go
- Check today's avalanche bulletin from the regional avalanche center before any off-piste / side-country / backcountry travel. Conditions can shift dramatically between morning and afternoon on storm days.
- Carry the gear, know how to use it
- Beacon, shovel, probe. Practice companion rescue on a calm day, not during a real burial.
- Mind the weather window
- Heavy snow + wind builds wind slabs at ridgelines. The day after a storm is often the riskiest in the backcountry, even if the resort itself is open.
- Respect closed terrain
- Ropes are there for a reason. Even in-bounds, ducking a closure can trigger a slide that catches you and others below.
Track Royal Mountain in the Snoflo app
Save this resort as a favorite, set push alerts when snowfall crosses a threshold (e.g. "alert me when Royal Mountain reports 6″ new"), and Snoflo's iOS app will push the moment the SNOTEL station crosses.
About Royal Mountain
Where does the snow data for Royal Mountain come from?
Snowpack, SWE, 24-hour snowfall, and air temperature come from the nearest USDA NRCS SNOTEL station. Forecast comes from the National Weather Service / yr.no feed that Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the snow report updated?
Snowpack and SNOTEL data are updated continuously by NRCS (typically hourly). The 15-day weather forecast is refreshed throughout the day. Snoflo caches and renders the most recent observation -- look for the "as of" timestamp on the snowpack hero.
What's the elevation at Royal Mountain?
See the Resort Metrics panel above for base / summit / vertical drop. The summit elevation drives snowpack accumulation -- higher summits hold snow longer through spring.
How is "% of normal" calculated?
Today's snowpack is compared to the average snowpack on this calendar day across every recorded year at the nearest SNOTEL. 100% means right on average; 130% is a big year; 60% is thin.
What ski resorts are near Royal Mountain?
See the Other Ski Areas pill grid at the bottom of the page for resorts within driving distance. The sister Other Ski Areas card in the Plan-a-longer-trip grid above shows the closest few.
Can I get alerts when fresh snow hits?
Yes -- snow alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this resort, set a snowfall threshold (e.g. "alert me when 6+ inches"), and you'll get a push the moment the SNOTEL crosses.
Other resorts near here
Snoflo-tracked ski areas within driving distance of Royal Mountain.