New snowfall across 7 Oregon
ski areas this morning with
Mt. Bachelor
receiving up to
6"
of snowfall in the past 24 hours.
Willamette Pass
also reporting
5"
of new snow today,
bringing their total snowpack up to
42".
More snow forecasted this week with ski areas like
Mt. Ashland Ski & Snowboard Resort
expected to receive as much as
34"
in the next 5 days.
Anthony Lakes Mountain Resort
is slated to receive up to
19"
of more snow, and
Willamette Pass
could see as much as
15"
of fresh powder on the slopes in the coming days.
Interesting Ski History:
Oregon has a rich ski history, with the first ski resort in the state opening in the 1920s. Timberline Lodge, which was built in the 1930s, is a National Historic Landmark and has been featured in several movies, including the horror classic The Shining. The state is also home to the 10th Mountain Division, a group of ski troops who trained in the Cascade Mountains during World War II and played a crucial role in the war effort.
View Oregon statewide snowpack data.
Ski Area | Air Temp (F) | Snowfall | Snowpack | vs Avg | SWE | 24hr Forecast | 72hr Forecast | 120hr Forecast |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
35 | 2 | 18 | +488% | 4 | 6 | 19 | 19 | |
35 | 6 | 18 | +248% | 3 | 3 | 11 | 11 | |
34 | 5 | 42 | +245% | 9 | 6 | 16 | 15 | |
33 | -1 | 22 | +222% | 6 | 3 | 10 | 10 | |
29 | 1 | 55 | +185% | 15 | 1 | 8 | 10 | |
29 | 1 | 55 | +185% | 15 | 1 | 8 | 10 | |
29 | 1 | 55 | +185% | 15 | 1 | 8 | 10 | |
34 | -1 | 22 | +136% | 5 | 0 | 3 | 4 | |
24 | 2 | 16 | -60% | 3 | 14 | 33 | 34 | |
44 | 1 | 6 | -76% | 2 | 2 | 10 | 10 |
Oregon is a state with a diverse geography, from coastal beaches and lush forests to high mountain peaks. The state is home to many world-class ski resorts that offer an incredible ski experience. Here is a ski guide for the state of Oregon.
Popular Resorts:
Mt. Bachelor - Located in the southern part of the state, Mt. Bachelor is one of the most popular ski resorts in Oregon. It has a summit elevation of 9,065 feet, with 4,318 skiable acres, and 101 runs.
Timberline Lodge - Situated on the slopes of Mt. Hood, Timberline Lodge is the only ski resort in North America that operates year-round. It has a summit elevation of 8,540 feet, with 1,415 skiable acres, and 41 runs.
Mt. Hood Meadows - Also located on Mt. Hood, Mt. Hood Meadows is the largest ski resort in Oregon, with a summit elevation of 7,300 feet, 2,150 skiable acres, and 87 runs.
Average Snowfall and Snowpacks:
Oregon receives an average annual snowfall of 400 to 500 inches in the higher elevations of the Cascade Mountains. The snowpacks in the state vary depending on the location and elevation. In general, the snowpacks are deepest in February and March, with an average of 50 to 100 inches.
Best Month to Visit:
The best month to visit Oregon for skiing is usually January, February, and March. These months typically have the most consistent snow conditions and the best skiing conditions.