Snowhaven Ski Area Snow Report
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Snowhaven Ski Area
Snowhaven Ski Area is a small, family-friendly ski resort in Idaho that offers six slopes and two chairlifts. Its best trail is the Sundance, a beautiful intermediate run that provides amazing views of the surrounding mountains. An interesting fact about Snowhaven is that it was first established in 1937 as a Works Progress Administration project. For beginner skiers, the Bunny Hill is the perfect slope to start with, offering a gentle terrain that is easy to manage. For après ski, The Last Run Inn is the perfect spot to grab a drink and enjoy some live music. Overall, Snowhaven Ski Area is a great destination for those looking for a laid-back and affordable skiing experience.
Terrain mix: The pertinent mountain ranges and aspects of Snowhaven Ski Area in Idaho include:
1. The Clearwater Mountains: Snowhaven Ski Area is located within the Clearwater Mountains, a subrange of the Rocky Mountains in Idaho. The mountains provide a beautiful backdrop for skiing and snowboarding at the resort.
2. Aspect: Snowhaven Ski Area has north-facing slopes, which can receive more consistent snowfall and retain better snow conditions throughout the winter season. The aspect of the slopes also provides shade, which can help preserve the snow quality.
Overall, Snowhaven Ski Area offers a variety of terrain for all levels of skiers and snowboarders, with stunning views of the surrounding Clearwater Mountains.
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 MSO.
Nearby SNOTEL stations
USDA NRCS SNOTEL stations within driving range. Cross-check whether the snow at Snowhaven Ski Area is a one-off accumulation or a regional storm cycle.
| Station | Snowpack | View |
|---|---|---|
| Shanghi Summit | 2 in | → |
| West Branch | 2 in | → |
| Hemlock Butte | 1 in | → |
| Elk Butte | 1 in | → |
Beyond the slopes
Other ski areas, basecamp options, alpine fishing, and scenic stops near Snowhaven Ski Area -- 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 Snowhaven Ski Area in the Snoflo app
Save this resort as a favorite, set push alerts when snowfall crosses a threshold (e.g. "alert me when Snowhaven Ski Area reports 6″ new"), and Snoflo's iOS app will push the moment the SNOTEL station crosses.
About Snowhaven Ski Area
Where does the snow data for Snowhaven Ski Area 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 Snowhaven Ski Area?
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 Snowhaven Ski Area?
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 Snowhaven Ski Area.