Buena Vista Ski Area Ski Report

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Last Updated: November 16, 2025

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Buena Vista Ski Area is a small ski resort in Bemidji, Minnesota, with a focus on family-friendly skiing.


Summary

No new snow to report today, with snowpack levels sitting at 0". Snowpack levels for this time of year average around 2 inches, but can be as high as 31 inches. Weather today, partly sunny, then gradually becoming sunny, with a temperature rising to near 40 by 11am, then falling to around 35 during the remainder of the day. west northwest wind 8 to 14 mph.


Hourly Snowfall Totals

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Max Recorded Snowpack

31"

Snowfall Past 24 Hours

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Snowfall Next 72 Hours

1"

Snowfall Next 5 Days

1"

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Weather Forecast

Seasonal Comparison

Year over year snow water equivalent


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 Bemidji 7.8 Ene, Mn.

Regional Snowpack Depth

Snow levels measured from Bemidji 7.8 Ene, Mn


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 Buena Vista Ski Area.

Historical Air Temperature

Temperature fluctuations at Buena Vista Ski Area


Recent air temperature fluctuations at Buena Vista Ski Area impact snow quality and stability, from powder to slush.


About the Area


The Buena Vista Ski Area in Minnesota is located in the Buena Vista Mountain Range. The resort offers a variety of slopes with various aspects, including north-facing, south-facing, east-facing, and west-facing slopes. These different aspects can affect the amount and quality of snow on the slopes, as well as the direction of the sunlight and wind exposure.

The best trails at the resort include the beginner-friendly Bunny Hill and the challenging Gold Rush. An interesting fact about the resort is that it was founded in 1964 by a group of local skiers who wanted a place to ski in the Bemidji area. For beginner skiers, the resort offers a Ski and Snowboard School with experienced instructors. The best apres ski bar in the area is The Tavern on South Shore Drive, which offers a cozy atmosphere and great food and drinks.

Buena Vista Ski Area FAQ


How much snow did Buena Vista Ski Area receive over the past day?

The ski area received 0" of new snowfall since yesterday.


What's the weather like at Buena Vista Ski Area today?

Weather today, partly sunny, then gradually becoming sunny, with a temperature rising to near 40 by 11am, then falling to around 35 during the remainder of the day. west northwest wind 8 to 14 mph.