Ski report

Alaska ski areas

Live snowfall, snowpack depth, and 5-day forecasts at every Alaska ski + snowboard area, with per-resort interactive weather meteograms.

Resorts in Alaska
20
Meteograms
19
Source
NOAA · SNOTEL
Updated
May 19
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May
19
2026
Ski briefing
Alaska is known for its wild and remote terrain, making it a bucket list destination for every skier and snowboarder. With an average snowfall of 350 inches per season, Alaska offers a world-class skiing experience that’s unmatched anywhere else in the world. Here’s a guide to some of the popular ski resorts in Alaska:

1. Alyeska Resort: Located in Girdwood, Alyeska Resort is Alaska’s largest ski resort. With 1,610 skiable acres and an average snowfall of 669 inches, Alyeska is a dream destination for powder hounds. The best month to visit Alyeska is February, when the snowpack is at its peak.

2. Eaglecrest Ski Area: Located on Douglas Island, Eaglecrest Ski Area is Juneau’s local ski hill. With an average snowfall of 300 inches, Eaglecrest offers 640 skiable acres and is perfect for families and beginners. The best month to visit Eaglecrest is March, when the weather is mild and the snow is plentiful.

3. Arctic Valley Ski Area: Located in Anchorage, Arctic Valley Ski Area is a community-based ski hill that offers 500 skiable acres and an average snowfall of 200 inches. The best month to visit Arctic Valley is April, when the days are long and the skiing is excellent.
Live conditions

Alaska ski areas

Every Alaska ski area Snoflo tracks. Sortable by any column. Tap a resort name for the full report; scroll down for per-resort 15-day weather meteograms.

20 resorts
Ski area Air temp Snowfall (24h) Snowpack 24h fcst 72h fcst 120h fcst
Manitoba Mountain 28°F 0" 1" 0" 11" 16"
Moose Mountain 40°F 0" 0" 0" 0" 0"
Eaglecrest Ski Area · 0" 0" 0" 0" 0"
Alyeska Resort 33°F 0" 36" 16" 25" 30"
Beach Lake Nordic Ski Trails · 0" 0" 0" 0" 0"
Edmonds Lake Cross Country Ski Trails · 0" 0" 0" 0" 0"
Mirror Lake Coyote Ski Trails · 0" 0" 0" 0" 0"
Kincaid Park Cross Country Ski Trails · -1" 4" 0" 0" 0"
Mt. Eyak 36°F 0" 1" 0" 0" 0"
Arctic Valley 37°F 0" 6" 0" 0" 0"
Bartlett High School Cross Country Ski Trails 37°F 0" 6" 0" 0" 0"
Campbell Airstrip Cross Country Ski Trails 37°F 0" 6" 0" 0" 0"
Eagle River High School Cross Country Ski Trails 37°F 0" 6" 0" 0" 0"
Hillside Cross Country Ski Trails 37°F 0" 6" 0" 0" 0"
Hilltop Ski Area 37°F 0" 6" 0" 0" 0"
Russian Jack Trail System 37°F 0" 6" 0" 0" 0"
Cleary Summit · · · 0" 1" ·
Mt Aurora Skiland · · · 0" 1" ·
Mt Ida · · · 0" 1" ·
Sheep Mountain Cross Country Ski Trails · · · 0" 1" ·
Ski report FAQ

About Alaska ski conditions

Where do the Alaska ski conditions come from?

Fresh-snow totals are aggregated from resort-side reporting, NOAA's NOHRSC snow analysis grid, and nearby SNOTEL stations. Snowpack and SWE typically come from the closest SNOTEL station to each resort.

What's a meteogram?

A compact 15-day weather chart showing temperature, precipitation, wind, and weather-symbol forecast in one view. It's the same data professional forecasters use, rendered for quick at-a-glance trip planning.

What about backcountry conditions in Alaska?

Always consult your regional avalanche center — resort conditions don't translate to backcountry safety. The U.S. avalanche center directory is at avalanche.org.

Can I get an alert when fresh snow falls at a Alaska resort?

Yes. Save any ski area as a favorite in the Snoflo iOS app, set a fresh-snow threshold, and you'll get a push the moment it crosses. Free with a Snoflo account.