Winter is waking up at Cherry Peak! Cherry Peak Ski Resort in Utah offers 29 runs including beginner, intermediate, and advanced trails.
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As of December 18, 2025, the mountain boasts a 28-inch snowpack with a Snow Water Equivalent of 7.3 inches—on the lower side compared to seasonal averages, but help is on the way. While only 0.17 inches of snow is expected today, a promising winter storm is rolling in with 6.7 inches forecast over the next 72 hours and a generous 15 inches anticipated in the next five days. With overnight temps dipping to 17.4°F, snowmaking operations are active, and conditions are groomed and ready for early-season carving.
Although snowfall is currently below average for this time of year (down nearly 30%), the incoming system could be a game-changer. Slopes are open with variable coverage—ideal for intermediate riders, though beginners should stick to marked runs. No major local news alerts are impacting resort operations, so it's a great time to beat the crowds and enjoy the fresh powder before the holidays. Dress in layers, bundle up, and get ready for a powder-packed weekend at Cherry Peak!
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 0" of new snowfall since yesterday.
Weather today, snow likely, mainly between 11am and 5pm. partly sunny, with a high near 33. wind chill values as low as 7. west southwest wind 5 to 10 mph increasing to 11 to 16 mph in the afternoon. winds could gust as high as 32 mph. chance of precipitation is 70%. total daytime snow accumulation of 1 to 3 inches possible.
Cherry Peak is expected to receive up to 15.05" of new snowfall in the next 5 days.
Northern Utah is the hotspot for snowfall this week, with Monte Cristo and Dry Bread Pond forecasted to receive up to 17 inches of snow over the next five days. Nearby Tony Grove Lake and Temple Fork are also expecting 15 inches, with Tony Grove currently boasting the state's deepest snowpack at 28–29 inches. Resorts near these locations, including Beaver ... Read more