Flagstaff Nordic Center snow report
Flagstaff Nordic Center
Flagstaff Nordic Center is a premier ski resort located in the Coconino National Forest, Arizona, offering over 40 kilometers of groomed cross-country ski trails. The resort boasts the best trails for novice skiers and provides lessons for beginners. An interesting fact is that the resort was established in 1985 and was originally a cattle ranch. For beginners, it is recommended to try the Aspen Run, a gentle and well-groomed trail. For apres ski, the Nordic Center Lodge provides a cozy and warm atmosphere with a fireplace, snacks, and drinks.
Terrain mix: The Flagstaff Nordic Center ski resort in Arizona is located in the Coconino National Forest, surrounded by several mountain ranges. Some of the pertinent mountain ranges and aspects of the resort include:
1. San Francisco Peaks: The highest mountain range in Arizona, the San Francisco Peaks offer stunning views and diverse terrain for skiing and snowboarding at the Flagstaff Nordic Center.
2. Kendrick Mountain: Located to the north of the resort, Kendrick Mountain offers challenging slopes and backcountry skiing opportunities for more experienced skiers.
3. Mount Elden: To the east of the resort, Mount Elden provides additional skiing options with a variety of runs and trails for all skill levels.
4. Bill Williams Mountain: South of the resort, Bill Williams Mountain offers a more relaxed skiing experience with gentle slopes and scenic views of the surrounding area.
Overall, the Flagstaff Nordic Center ski resort is surrounded by a diverse range of mountain ranges and aspects that cater to skiers of all levels and preferences.
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 Flagstaff Nordic Center is a one-off accumulation or a regional storm cycle.
| Station | Snowpack | View |
|---|---|---|
| Chalender | 3 in | → |
| Mormon Mtn Summit | 2 in | → |
| Nohrsc Mormon Mountain | 5 in | → |
| Baker Butte | 3 in | → |
| Fort Valley | 2 in | → |
| Nohrsc Fort Valley | 2 in | → |
| Mormon Mountain | 4 in | → |
| Nohrsc Chalender | 3 in | → |
| Nohrsc Mormon Mtn Summit | 2 in | → |
| Bar M | 1 in | → |
Beyond the slopes
Other ski areas, basecamp options, alpine fishing, and scenic stops near Flagstaff Nordic Center -- worth knowing whether you're in for a day, a long weekend, or a season pass.
Campgrounds
- Hart's Prairie
- Kendrick Cabin
- 2018 Pecos Conference Campground
- Freidlein Prairie Dispersed Camping
- Wing Mountain Dispersed Camping
- Coconino Free Camping
Fishing spots
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 Flagstaff Nordic Center in the Snoflo app
Save this resort as a favorite, set push alerts when snowfall crosses a threshold (e.g. "alert me when Flagstaff Nordic Center reports 6″ new"), and Snoflo's iOS app will push the moment the SNOTEL station crosses.
About Flagstaff Nordic Center
Where does the snow data for Flagstaff Nordic Center 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 Flagstaff Nordic Center?
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 Flagstaff Nordic Center?
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 Flagstaff Nordic Center.