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Alyeska Resort is shaping up to be the place to be this week, offering prime conditions and thrilling news for skiers and riders alike. Overnight temperatures lingered around a comfortable 29°F, keeping the snowpack in excellent shape with a solid depth of 24 inches. While this is slightly below the seasonal average, a fresh blanket of snow is on the way, with 2.33 inches expected in the next 24 hours and a storm delivering up to 13 inches forecasted within the next five days. The Snow Water Equivalent is currently at 6.4, promising light, high-quality powder to enjoy on the slopes.
The recent addition of Alyeska Resort to the Ikon Pass community is creating buzz, attracting skiers from across the globe eager to experience Alaska’s premier mountain. Chair 4 is now open for the season, granting access to some of the resort’s most iconic runs. With the forecast calling for fresh snow and temperatures hovering in the sweet spot for skiing, conditions are expected to be excellent through the weekend. Whether you’re a local or an Ikon Pass holder exploring Alyeska for the first time, this week is the perfect time to visit and enjoy everything this world-class resort has to offer.
Snowpack Percent Normal | 46% |
Max Recorded Snowpack | 170" |
Snowfall Past 24 Hours | 0" |
Snowfall Next 24 Hours | 2" |
Snowfall Next 5 Days | 13.65" |
Terrain Surface | NA |
Powder Score | NA |
Alyeska Resort in Alaska is located in the Chugach Mountain Range, a prominent mountain range in the state known for its steep terrain and abundant snowfall. The resort itself is situated at the base of Mount Alyeska, which has a summit elevation of 3,939 feet. The mountain offers a variety of terrain for skiers and snowboarders, including groomed runs, steep chutes, and tree-lined slopes. The resort also offers access to backcountry skiing and snowboarding in the surrounding mountains.
Alyeska Resort, located in Girdwood, Alaska, is a must-visit destination for ski enthusiasts. The resort offers over 1,400 acres of skiable terrain, including the longest continuous double black diamond run in North America. The best trails can be found on the North Face, where skiers can enjoy steep and challenging runs. Interestingly, Alyeska Resort was originally built as a training facility for the US Ski Team in the 1960s. For beginners, the easiest runs can be found on the lower mountain, including the Cruisers and the Bear Cub Run. After a long day on the slopes, the Sitzmark Bar & Grill is the perfect spot for apres ski drinks and live music.
Night Skiing | Yes |
Lift Count | 9 Lifts |
Hourly Lift Capacity | 10000 per hour |
Base Elevation | 107 Meters |
Terrain Park | Yes |
Acreage | 1400 Acres |
Established | 1954 |
Run Count | 68 Trails |
Ski Area | Next 24 Hours | Next 3 Days | Next 5 Days |
Birch Hill | 0.24" | 0.55" | 0.62" |
Beach Lake Nordic Ski Trails | 0.03" | 0.15" | 0.26" |
Eagle River High School Cross Country Ski Trails | 0" | 0" | 0.23" |
Eaglecrest Ski Area | 5.61" | 8.41" | 8.62" |
Campbell Airstrip Cross Country Ski Trails | 0" | 0" | 0.23" |
Moose Mountain | 0" | 0" | 0" |
Location | Overnight | Snowpack | SWE |
SUMMIT CREEK | 0" | 24" | 7.3" |
COOPER LAKE | -1" | 18" | 5.4" |
MORAINE | -1" | 18" | 2.8" |
MT. ALYESKA | 0" | 24" | 6.4" |
ANCHORAGE HILLSIDE | -1" | 17" | 3.8" |
INDIAN PASS | -2" | 53" | 13.2" |
TURNAGAIN PASS | -3" | 78" | 20.2" |
GRANDVIEW | 0" | 27" | 6.4" |