Ski Report

Bulkley Valley snow report

, Canada Smithers
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Bulkley Valley --  ski resort
Bulkley Valley · Smithers
About this resort

Bulkley Valley

Bulkley Valley ski resort in British Columbia offers excellent skiing opportunities with a range of beginner to expert trails. Its best trails include the Ridge Runner, Dream Weaver, and the Glades. An interesting fact is that the resort was founded by Swiss immigrants, who brought European skiing techniques to the area. For beginner skiers, we suggest the Bunny Hill and the Snowflake Run. The best apres ski bar is The Lodge at Hudson Bay Mountain, where visitors can enjoy local brews and delicious food while admiring the beautiful view of the mountain.

Terrain mix: The Bulkley Valley Ski Resort in British Columbia is located in the Babine mountain range. The mountain itself is known for its challenging terrain and steep slopes, making it a popular destination for advanced skiers and snowboarders. The resort also offers stunning views of the surrounding mountain ranges, including the Hazelton and Skeena ranges. The area is known for its deep powder snow and excellent backcountry skiing opportunities.

State
LocationSmithers
Night skiingYes
Detailed forecast

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.

Hourly detail

Next 5 days, hour by hour

Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.

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Deep dive

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.

TimeConditionTemp (°F)Snow (in)Rain (in)Humidity (%)Wind (mps)Wind dir
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Long-term outlook

15-day temperature & snow

Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks -- start of next storm cycle, end of last one.

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Around the area

Beyond the slopes

Other ski areas, basecamp options, alpine fishing, and scenic stops near Bulkley Valley -- worth knowing whether you're in for a day, a long weekend, or a season pass.

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 Bulkley Valley in the Snoflo app

Save this resort as a favorite, set push alerts when snowfall crosses a threshold (e.g. "alert me when Bulkley Valley reports 6″ new"), and Snoflo's iOS app will push the moment the SNOTEL station crosses.

FAQ

About Bulkley Valley

Where does the snow data for Bulkley Valley 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 Bulkley Valley?

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 Bulkley Valley?

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.

More ski areas

Other resorts near here

Snoflo-tracked ski areas within driving distance of Bulkley Valley.