Yawgoo Valley Ski Area Snow Report
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Yawgoo Valley Ski Area
Yawgoo Valley Ski Area in Rhode Island is a small ski resort that offers 12 trails with 50% being beginner runs. The resort is perfect for beginners and families, with a great ski school and plenty of easy runs to practice on. One of the most interesting facts about Yawgoo is that it was the first ski area in Rhode Island and is still family-owned and operated. For beginner skiers, the Meadowlark Trail is a great place to start, while more advanced skiers will enjoy the challenging runs on the backside of the mountain. After a day on the slopes, visitors can head to the Yawgoo Pub and Grill for some delicious food and drinks.
Terrain mix: The Yawgoo Valley Ski Area in Rhode Island is situated in the Yawgoo Valley, which is part of the New England Upland region. The ski resort is located within the hills and valleys of this area, and its slopes are among the highest points in the region. The terrain at Yawgoo Valley includes the following mountain aspects and features:
1. Yawgoo Valley Mountain Range: The ski resort is located within the Yawgoo Valley Mountain Range, which is a small range of hills and peaks in southern Rhode Island. The highest point in the range is 315 feet above sea level.
2. Slopes and Runs: Yawgoo Valley Ski Area offers a variety of slopes and runs for skiers and snowboarders of all levels. The resort has beginner slopes, intermediate slopes, and advanced runs, as well as terrain parks for freestyle skiing and snowboarding.
3. Terrain Features: The ski resort features a mix of groomed trails, moguls, glades, and natural terrain features. Skiers and snowboarders can enjoy a variety of terrain, including open slopes, wooded areas, and steep pitches.
4. Lifts and Facilities: Yawgoo Valley Ski Area is equipped with several ski lifts, including a chairlift and surface lifts, to transport guests to the top of the slopes. The resort also offers amenities such as a lodge, rental shop, ski school, and dining options.
Overall, Yawgoo Valley Ski Area provides a unique mountain experience in Rhode Island, with diverse terrain and scenic views of the surrounding Yawgoo Valley Mountain Range.
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 BOX.
Beyond the slopes
Other ski areas, basecamp options, alpine fishing, and scenic stops near Yawgoo Valley Ski Area -- worth knowing whether you're in for a day, a long weekend, or a season pass.
Other ski areas
Campgrounds
- Camp Hoffman
- Jungle Campsite
- Junior Campsite
- Frosty Hollow Shelter Camping Area
- Sherman Campsite
- Ymca Camp Fuller
Fishing spots
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 Yawgoo Valley 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 Yawgoo Valley Ski Area reports 6″ new"), and Snoflo's iOS app will push the moment the SNOTEL station crosses.
About Yawgoo Valley Ski Area
Where does the snow data for Yawgoo Valley 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 Yawgoo Valley 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 Yawgoo Valley 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 Yawgoo Valley Ski Area.