Ski Plattekill Snow Report
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Ski Plattekill
Ski Plattekill is a family-owned ski resort in New York, known for its challenging terrain and beautiful views of the Catskill Mountains. The best trails for expert skiers are Plunge, Blockbuster, and Freefall, while beginners should check out the gentle slopes of Bunny Buster. A little-known fact about the resort is that it was once a dairy farm before being converted into a ski area in 1993. For beginner skiers, it is recommended to take a lesson with one of Plattekill's experienced instructors. The Last Run Lounge is a popular apres ski spot, where visitors can enjoy a drink and live music in a cozy atmosphere.
Terrain mix: Plattekill Ski Resort in New York is located in the Catskill Mountains, which is a significant mountain range in the northeastern United States. The resort sits on the northern side of the Catskills, offering skiers and snowboarders a variety of challenging terrain and stunning views of the surrounding mountains.
Some of the pertinent mountain aspects of Plattekill Ski Resort include:
1. Elevation: The base elevation of the resort is approximately 2,400 feet, with a summit elevation of around 3,500 feet. This elevation difference provides for a vertical drop of over 1,100 feet, offering a thrilling descent for skiers and snowboarders.
2. Terrain: Plattekill Ski Resort has a diverse range of terrain, including beginner, intermediate, and expert runs. The mountain features steep chutes, glades, and wide-open groomed slopes, providing options for all levels of skiers and riders.
3. Snowfall: The Catskill Mountains receive an average of over 100 inches of snow each year, creating excellent conditions for skiing and snowboarding. Plattekill Ski Resort also has a sophisticated snowmaking system to ensure consistent coverage throughout the season.
4. Views: From the summit of Plattekill Ski Resort, skiers and snowboarders can enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding Catskill Mountains and valleys. On clear days, it's possible to see all the way to the Hudson River and beyond.
Overall, Plattekill Ski Resort offers a unique and challenging mountain experience for winter sports enthusiasts in New York State.
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 BGM.
Beyond the slopes
Other ski areas, basecamp options, alpine fishing, and scenic stops near Ski Plattekill -- worth knowing whether you're in for a day, a long weekend, or a season pass.
Other ski areas
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 Ski Plattekill in the Snoflo app
Save this resort as a favorite, set push alerts when snowfall crosses a threshold (e.g. "alert me when Ski Plattekill reports 6″ new"), and Snoflo's iOS app will push the moment the SNOTEL station crosses.
About Ski Plattekill
Where does the snow data for Ski Plattekill 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 Ski Plattekill?
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 Ski Plattekill?
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 Ski Plattekill.