* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations 6 to 16 inches, locally up to 20 inches upper Cottonwoods and Bear River Range. * WHERE...The Wasatch Mountains, and Wasatch Plateau/Book Cliffs. * WHEN...From 11 AM Friday to 5 AM MST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Winter driving conditions are expected.
Merry Christmas from Cherry Peak, Utah! Cherry Peak Ski Resort in Utah offers 29 runs including beginner, intermediate, and advanced trails.
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While the overnight temps held steady at a mild 39°F, the slopes remain open with a base snowpack of 28 inches. Although that's about 37% below average for this time of year, conditions are still carving-friendly, especially on groomed runs. Today's 24-hour snow forecast calls for a light dusting of 0.33 inches—just enough to freshen the surface without hindering visibility. With no major weather disruptions reported, lift lines are minimal and the morning sun peeking through clouds makes for a picture-perfect holiday on the mountain.
Looking ahead, Mother Nature is setting the stage for a post-Christmas gift: up to 8.82 inches of fresh snow expected over the next 72 hours, followed by another 8 inches in the five-day outlook. This could significantly improve coverage and conditions as we head into New Year's week. No urgent local news reports are impacting operations, so it's all systems go at Cherry Peak. Whether you're hitting the terrain park or cruising the scenic runs, today offers festive cheer and mountain magic—just in time for the holidays.
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 Tony Grove Lake.
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 Cherry Peak.
Recent air temperature fluctuations at Cherry Peak impact snow quality and stability, from powder to slush.
Cherry Peak Ski Resort is located in the Bear River Mountains in northern Utah, near the town of Richmond. The resort is situated in the Cache Valley, surrounded by several prominent mountain ranges, including the Bear River Range, Wasatch Range, and Wellsville Mountains.
The ski resort itself sits on Cherry Peak, which has a summit elevation of 7,057 feet. The mountain offers a variety of terrain for skiers and snowboarders, with 200 acres of skiable terrain and a vertical drop of 1,265 feet. Cherry Peak also boasts fantastic views of the surrounding mountain ranges and valleys, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts.
The best trails are considered to be the black diamond runs such as The Face, Headwall, and Nose Dive. Cherry Peak is one of the youngest ski resorts in the country, having opened in 2015. For beginners, the best trail is the Easy Street run, which is a gentle slope with a magic carpet lift. The resort's bar, The Lodge at Cherry Peak, offers a cozy and inviting atmosphere with an impressive selection of beer and wine.
Established | 2014 |
Night Skiing | Yes |
The ski area received -1" of new snowfall since yesterday.
Weather today, rain, possibly mixed with snow showers, becoming all snow after 8am. some thunder is also possible. high near 43. breezy, with a southwest wind around 23 mph, with gusts as high as 47 mph. chance of precipitation is 90%. new snow accumulation of less than a half inch possible.
Cherry Peak is expected to receive up to 8.82" of new snowfall in the next 5 days.
Utah is experiencing a moderate uptick in snowfall across many mountain ranges, with the heaviest projected accumulations centered around the Wasatch and southern mountain regions. Brighton and Thaynes Canyon, near Park City and Big Cottonwood Canyon, lead the state with a 5-day forecast of 10 inches, making Brighton Resort and Deer Valley top picks for upcoming powder days. Nearby Snowbird ... Read more