Blue Knob Snow Report
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Blue Knob
Blue Knob Ski Resort in Pennsylvania is a great destination for skiing enthusiasts. The resort boasts of 34 trails, with the longest trail running for 1.2 miles. The resort's claim to fame is The Face, a steep and challenging trail that will entice advanced skiers. The resort's snowmaking technology ensures that the trails are snow-covered throughout the season, and the lift lines are relatively short. For beginners, the resort's Bunny Buster trail is an excellent place to start skiing. The resort's history dates back to the 1930s when it was established as a ski club. For apres ski, the resort's Last Run Lounge serves excellent food and drinks in a cozy atmosphere.
Terrain mix: Blue Knob Ski Resort in Pennsylvania is situated within the Allegheny Mountains, specifically within the Allegheny Front, which is a prominent mountain range in the region. The resort features a variety of mountain aspects, including steep slopes and challenging terrain for skiing and snowboarding enthusiasts. Additionally, Blue Knob boasts the second-highest elevation in Pennsylvania, with a summit elevation of 3,146 feet, providing stunning views and ample opportunities for outdoor recreation in a mountainous setting.
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 CTP.
Nearby SNOTEL stations
USDA NRCS SNOTEL stations within driving range. Cross-check whether the snow at Blue Knob is a one-off accumulation or a regional storm cycle.
| Station | Snowpack | View |
|---|---|---|
| Frostburg 1 Nnw | 64 in | → |
| Clear Spring 3 N | 132 in | → |
Beyond the slopes
Other ski areas, basecamp options, alpine fishing, and scenic stops near Blue Knob -- worth knowing whether you're in for a day, a long weekend, or a season pass.
Other ski areas
- Laurel Mountain Ski Resort
- Hidden Valley Resort
- Seven Springs Mountain Resort
- Whitetail Ski Resort
- Whitetail Ridge
Campgrounds
- Blue Knob State Park
- Adams Croyle
- Stefan's Campsite
- Raystown Ridge Camp
- Shawnee State Park
- Lorain Borough Park
Fishing spots
- Flintstone Creek
- Evitts Creek
- Lake Habeeb
- Jennings Run
- Sideling Hill Creek Put And Take Area
- Evitts Creek Ponds
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 Blue Knob in the Snoflo app
Save this resort as a favorite, set push alerts when snowfall crosses a threshold (e.g. "alert me when Blue Knob reports 6″ new"), and Snoflo's iOS app will push the moment the SNOTEL station crosses.
About Blue Knob
Where does the snow data for Blue Knob 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 Blue Knob?
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 Blue Knob?
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 Blue Knob.