California ski conditions remain relatively static today, with no significant new snowfall reported across most major resorts. Snowpack depths remain solid, particularly in the Sierra Nevada region. Notably, Palisades Tahoe and Heavenly are holding at 73" and 43" respectively, but have received no new snow in the last 24 hours. Echo Peak and Carson Pass continue to report substantial base depth (64" and 48") but are also dry. A minor dusting of 1" was observed at Fallen Leaf and Forestdale Creek near South Lake Tahoe, but this is unlikely to impact skiing conditions substantially. Further north, Dismal Swamp and Independence Lake lead in snow depth at 83" and 110", respectively, though no new snow is reported there either.
Looking ahead, the most promising snowfall is forecasted for high-elevation areas near Leavitt Lake (5"), Virginia Lakes Ridge (4"), Charlotte Lake (4"), and Sonora Pass (2"). These areas are closest to resorts like Mammoth Mountain and Bridgeport backcountry zones, which may see a modest refresh. Of particular note is the Nohrsc Horse Meadows sensor near Leavitt Meadows, which reported a surprising 34" in the last 24 hours—likely an anomaly, but worth verifying if heading into the backcountry. Mammoth Mountain, near Tioga Pass and Rock Creek areas, could pick up to 4" over five days, enhancing ski touring potential. Overall, while the main Tahoe resorts will retain good snowpack for spring skiing, significant new snowfall is limited and concentrated in isolated eastern Sierra locations.
Ski Area | Air Temp (F) | Snowfall | Snowpack | vs Avg | SWE | 24hr Forecast | 72hr Forecast | 120hr Forecast |
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Ski Area
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Air Temp (F)
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Snowfall
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Snowpack
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vs Avg
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SWE
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24hr Forecast
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72hr Forecast
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120hr Forecast
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40 | 0 | 66 | +6% | 34 | 0 | 2 | 0 | |
40 | 0 | 22 | +1% | 7 | 0 | 4 | 3 | |
75 | 0 | 0 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | |
83 | 0 | 0 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
83 | 0 | 0 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
37 | 0 | 47 | -16% | 23 | 0 | 4 | 0 | |
45 | 0 | 70 | +18% | 26 | 0 | 2 | 0 | |
% | 0 | 2 | ||||||
50 | 0 | 0 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
40 | 0 | 50 | -26% | 23 | 0 | 4 | 0 | |
45 | 0 | 70 | +18% | 26 | 0 | 2 | 0 | |
40 | 0 | 66 | +6% | 34 | 0 | 2 | 0 | |
40 | 0 | 66 | +6% | 34 | 0 | 2 | 0 | |
37 | 0 | 41 | -1% | 16 | 0 | 4 | 3 | |
38 | 0 | 48 | -21% | 23 | 0 | 4 | 0 | |
37 | 0 | 41 | -1% | 16 | 0 | 4 | 3 | |
% | 0 | 0 | ||||||
% | 0 | 2 | ||||||
% | 0 | 0 | ||||||
% | 0 | 2 | ||||||
51 | 0 | 18 | -29% | 8 | 0 | 2 | 0 | |
43 | 0 | 64 | -1% | 33 | 0 | 4 | 0 | |
83 | 0 | 0 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
0 | 0 | -100% | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||
45 | 0 | 70 | +18% | 26 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
47 | 0 | 73 | 0% | 35 | 0 | 2 | 0 | |
51 | 0 | 18 | -29% | 8 | 0 | 2 | 0 | |
% | 0 | 2 | ||||||
45 | 0 | 70 | +18% | 26 | 0 | 2 | 0 | |
0 | 0 | -100% | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
California boasts some of the best ski resorts in the United States, with world-renowned terrain and an average snowfall of 300 inches per year. Here are some popular resorts within the state.
1. Mammoth Mountain Ski Resort: Located in Eastern Sierra, Mammoth Mountain Ski Resort is one of the most popular ski resorts in California. It boasts an average snowfall of 400 inches per year and a ski area of over 3,500 acres. The best month to visit is usually February.
2. Squaw Valley Ski Resort: Squaw Valley Ski Resort, located in North Lake Tahoe, is known for hosting the 1960 Winter Olympics. It has an average snowfall of 450 inches per year and a skiable area of 3,600 acres. The best month to visit is usually January.
3. Heavenly Mountain Resort: Located in South Lake Tahoe, Heavenly Mountain Resort is the largest ski resort in California, with a skiable area of over 4,800 acres. It has an average snowfall of 360 inches per year. The best month to visit is usually March.
Other notable ski resorts in California include Northstar California Resort, Kirkwood Mountain Resort, and Sierra-at-Tahoe Ski Resort.
The average snowpack in California varies by region, but the Sierra Nevada Mountains typically have a snowpack of around 100-150 inches in early winter and up to 200-300 inches by late winter.
Avalanche Warnings | State | Danger Level |
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Avalanche Warnings | State | Danger Level |
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Bridgeport Avalanche Center | CA | Minimal |
Big Holes | ID | Minimal |
Gros Ventre | WY | Minimal |
Southern Wyoming Range | WY | Minimal |
Newberry | OR | Minimal |
Chugach State Park | AK | Minimal |
Seward and Lost Lake | AK | Minimal |
Summit Lake | AK | Minimal |
Turnagain Pass | AK | Minimal |
Douglas Island | AK | Minimal |
Juneau | AK | Minimal |
Cordova | AK | Minimal |
Eastern Alaska Range | AK | Minimal |
Eastside Region | CA | Minimal |
Big Horns | WY | Minimal |
Sierra Madre | WY | Minimal |
Snowy Range | WY | Minimal |
Flathead Range & Glacier NP | MT | Minimal |
Swan Range | MT | Minimal |
Whitefish Range | MT | Minimal |
Chilkat Pass | AK | Minimal |
Lutak | AK | Minimal |
Transitional | AK | Minimal |
Hatcher Pass | AK | Minimal |
East Cabinet Mountains | MT | Minimal |
Purcell Mountains | MT | Minimal |
Selkirk Mountains | ID | Minimal |
Silver Valley & Bitterroot Mountains | ID | Minimal |
West Cabinet Mountains | ID | Minimal |
San Francisco Peaks / Kachina Peaks Wilderness | AZ | Minimal |
Mount Shasta | CA | Minimal |
Presidential Range | NH | Minimal |
East Slopes Central | WA | Minimal |
East Slopes North | WA | Minimal |
East Slopes South | WA | Minimal |
Mt Hood | OR | Minimal |
Olympics | WA | Minimal |
Snoqualmie Pass | WA | Minimal |
Stevens Pass | WA | Minimal |
West Slopes Central | WA | Minimal |
West Slopes North | WA | Minimal |
West Slopes South | WA | Minimal |
PAC Advisory Area | ID | Minimal |
Banner Summit | ID | Minimal |
Galena Summit & Eastern Mtns | ID | Minimal |
Sawtooth & Western Smoky Mtns | ID | Minimal |
Soldier & Wood River Valley Mtns | ID | Minimal |
Southern Oregon | OR | Minimal |
Northern New Mexico | NM | Minimal |
Abajos | UT | Minimal |
Logan | UT | Minimal |
Moab | UT | Minimal |
Ogden | UT | Minimal |
Provo | UT | Minimal |
Salt Lake | UT | Minimal |
Skyline | UT | Minimal |
Southwest | UT | Minimal |
Uintas | UT | Minimal |
Blues | OR | Minimal |
Elkhorns | OR | Minimal |
Northern Wallowas | OR | Minimal |
Southern Wallowas | OR | Minimal |
Bitterroot | MT | Minimal |
Rattlesnake | MT | Minimal |
Seeley Lake | MT | Minimal |
Continental | AK | 3 |
Intermountain | AK | 3 |
Maritime | AK | 3 |
Salt River and Wyoming Ranges | WY | 2 |
Snake River Range | WY | 2 |
Tetons | WY | 2 |
Togwotee Pass | WY | 2 |
Bridger Range | MT | 2 |
Cooke City | MT | 2 |
Island Park | MT | 2 |
Lionhead Area | MT | 2 |
Northern Gallatin Range | MT | 2 |
Northern Madison Range | MT | 2 |
Southern Gallatin Range | MT | 2 |
Southern Madison Range | MT | 2 |
Central Sierra Nevada | CA | 2 |
CAIC zone | CO | 2 |
Central Cascades | OR | 1 |
CAIC zone | CO | 1 |
CAIC zone | CO | 1 |
CAIC zone | CO | 1 |
CAIC zone | CO | 1 |
CAIC zone | CO | 1 |