* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulation 1-5 inches below 5000 feet, 4-8 above 5000 feet, with up to 8-12 inches in high elevation passes and summits. Snow levels rise Friday, mountain towns could see a switch from snow to rain. Gusts increase to 20-30 mph Friday night. * WHERE...Boise Mountains and West Central Mountains. * WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 11 PM MST Friday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Locally heavy snowfall will limit visibilities.
Brundage Mountain Resort is waking up to a chilly 13.5°F morning this December 4, 2025, with 8 inches of snowpack on the ground—about 60% below average for this time of year. Brundage Mountain Resort in Idaho boasts over 1,500 acres of skiable terrain with a vertical drop of 1,800 feet.
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While current coverage is thin, anticipation is building with a promising winter storm pattern taking aim. The 24-hour forecast calls for over 2 inches of fresh snow, with a robust 12 inches expected over the next 72 hours, and up to 20 inches by the weekend. These upcoming totals could dramatically shift conditions and provide a much-needed boost to the early-season base.
Excitement is also swirling around Brundage beyond just the snowfall. The resort is in the spotlight with the opening of the state-of-the-art Mountain Adventure Center, enhancing guest services and ticketing experiences. Recent upgrades and expanded terrain have set the stage for a memorable season, reinforcing Brundage's reputation as a hidden powder haven. With early opening celebrations already underway and a significant storm on the horizon, now's the time to wax those skis and keep an eye on the snow report—Brundage is poised to transform into a winter playground in the coming days.
Snow Water Equivalent (SWE) shows how much water the snow holds. This is ideal for year-to-year tracking of real snowfall and water resources. Measurements from Brundage Reservoir.
Snowpack depth measures how much snow has accumulated in the area. This is a key indicator of powder quality, trail coverage, and how epic your runs are going to be this season at Brundage Mountain Resort.
Recent air temperature fluctuations at Brundage Mountain Resort impact snow quality and stability, from powder to slush.
Brundage Mountain Resort is located in the Payette National Forest in Idaho. The resort is situated in the Salmon River Mountains of the Rocky Mountains range. The highest peak in the area is Brundage Mountain, which has an elevation of 7,640 feet. The ski resort offers a variety of terrain for all levels of skiers and snowboarders, with over 1,500 acres of skiable terrain and 46 named trails. The resort also offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains, including the Seven Devils Mountains and the Wallowa Mountains.
The resort is known for its tree skiing with steep, challenging runs like Hidden Valley and Temptation. For beginners, Easy Street and Explorer are great trails to start on. Brundage Mountain also has a unique historical fact - it was originally used as a landing strip for the US Forest Service in the 1930s. After skiing, head to Smoky's Bar & Grill for some après ski drinks and live music.
Night Skiing | No |
Lift Count | 5 Lifts |
Hourly Lift Capacity | 6700 per hour |
Base Elevation | 1780 Meters |
Terrain Park | Yes |
Acreage | 1500 Acres |
Established | 1961 |
Run Count | 46 Trails |
The ski area received 0" of new snowfall since yesterday.
Weather today, snow, mainly after 11am. high near 26. southwest wind around 7 mph. chance of precipitation is 90%. new snow accumulation of around 2 inches.
Brundage Mountain Resort is expected to receive up to 20.74" of new snowfall in the next 5 days.
Idaho’s snow outlook is looking strong, especially in the northern and central mountain regions, which are expecting significant accumulations over the next five days. The heaviest snowfall is forecast at Cool Creek (50"), Lookout Pass (36"), Lost Lake (42"), and Sunset (35")—all in the Panhandle region. These totals suggest excellent conditions ahead for Schweitzer Mountain Resort (near Bear Mountain and ... Read more