Shawnee Peak Snow Report
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Shawnee Peak
Shawnee Peak Ski Resort, situated in western Maine, is a popular family-friendly destination with 245 acres of skiable terrain and a vertical drop of 1,300 feet. The resort has 44 trails catering to all levels of skiers, with the best trails being the East Slope, Main Slope, and Pleasant Outlook. An interesting fact is that Shawnee Peak was originally known as Pleasant Mountain, and it was the site of Maine's first ski school in the 1930s. For beginners, the resort's Learning Center offers group and private lessons, and a specific suggestion is to try the gentle Meadow Run or Easy Rider. The best apres ski bar is Blizzard's Pub, serving up local brews and comfort food in a cozy atmosphere.
Terrain mix: Shawnee Peak Ski Resort in Maine is located in the western part of the state, in the region known as the Western Maine Mountains. The resort is situated in the White Mountains, which are part of the Appalachian Mountain Range. Shawnee Peak itself is a prominent peak within the White Mountains, offering skiers and snowboarders a variety of terrain and slopes to enjoy.
Some of the specific mountain aspects of Shawnee Peak Ski Resort include:
- Pleasant Mountain: Shawnee Peak is located on the slopes of Pleasant Mountain, which is the main peak in the area. The resort offers a variety of runs and trails that wind their way down the slopes of Pleasant Mountain, providing skiers and snowboarders with a diverse range of terrain to explore.
- Moose Pond: Shawnee Peak also overlooks Moose Pond, a scenic body of water that adds to the natural beauty of the area. The pond is a popular spot for ice fishing and other winter activities, and provides a picturesque backdrop for visitors to enjoy while skiing or snowboarding at the resort.
Overall, Shawnee Peak Ski Resort is known for its stunning mountain views, diverse terrain, and scenic surroundings, making it a popular destination for winter sports enthusiasts in Maine.
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 GYX.
Beyond the slopes
Other ski areas, basecamp options, alpine fishing, and scenic stops near Shawnee Peak -- worth knowing whether you're in for a day, a long weekend, or a season pass.
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 Shawnee Peak in the Snoflo app
Save this resort as a favorite, set push alerts when snowfall crosses a threshold (e.g. "alert me when Shawnee Peak reports 6″ new"), and Snoflo's iOS app will push the moment the SNOTEL station crosses.
About Shawnee Peak
Where does the snow data for Shawnee Peak 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 Shawnee Peak?
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 Shawnee Peak?
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 Shawnee Peak.