Elk Ridge snow report
Elk Ridge
Elk Ridge ski resort, located in Pennsylvania, offers a range of trails for both beginner and intermediate skiers. The resort boasts a total of 27 trails, with the best being the intermediate-level "Ridge Runner" trail, which offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains. An interesting historical fact about Elk Ridge is that it was originally built as a private ski hill for a wealthy family in the 1960s. For beginners, we suggest trying out the "Easy Street" trail, which provides a gentle slope for those just starting out. As for apres ski, the "Lodge Bar" is a popular spot for a drink and some good food after a day on the slopes.
Terrain mix: Elk Ridge Ski Resort is located in Arizona, and while Arizona is not typically known for its mountain ranges, the resort is situated in the White Mountains region near Show Low. Some of the nearby mountain ranges that are pertinent to Elk Ridge Ski Resort include:
1. White Mountains: The White Mountains are a major mountain range in eastern Arizona, known for their scenic beauty and outdoor recreational opportunities. Elk Ridge Ski Resort is located within the White Mountains region.
2. Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest: Elk Ridge Ski Resort is located within the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest, which offers a diverse range of mountain terrain for skiing and snowboarding.
3. Mount Baldy: Located near Elk Ridge Ski Resort, Mount Baldy is one of the highest peaks in Arizona and offers stunning views of the surrounding area.
4. Escudilla Mountain: Another prominent peak near Elk Ridge Ski Resort, Escudilla Mountain is known for its challenging hiking trails and scenic vistas.
Overall, Elk Ridge Ski Resort offers a variety of mountain aspects and terrain for outdoor enthusiasts to explore and enjoy.
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.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
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.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
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15-day temperature & snow
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks -- start of next storm cycle, end of last one.
Nearby SNOTEL stations
USDA NRCS SNOTEL stations within driving range. Cross-check whether the snow at Elk Ridge is a one-off accumulation or a regional storm cycle.
| Station | Snowpack | View |
|---|---|---|
| Fry | 1 in | → |
| Bar M | 1 in | → |
| Nohrsc Chalender | 3 in | → |
| Chalender | 2 in | → |
| Fort Valley | 2 in | → |
| White Horse Lake | 1 in | → |
| Nohrsc Fort Valley | 2 in | → |
Beyond the slopes
Other ski areas, basecamp options, alpine fishing, and scenic stops near Elk Ridge -- 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 Elk Ridge in the Snoflo app
Save this resort as a favorite, set push alerts when snowfall crosses a threshold (e.g. "alert me when Elk Ridge reports 6″ new"), and Snoflo's iOS app will push the moment the SNOTEL station crosses.
About Elk Ridge
Where does the snow data for Elk Ridge 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 Elk Ridge?
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 Elk Ridge?
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.
Other resorts near here
Snoflo-tracked ski areas within driving distance of Elk Ridge.