The pertinent mountain range for Hesperus Ski Area in Colorado is the La Plata Mountains. The ski area itself is located on the southern slope of Hesperus Mountain, which is part of the La Plata Mountains range. Hesperus Mountain has an elevation of 12,470 feet and offers a variety of terrain for skiers and snowboarders. The ski area has a vertical drop of 700 feet and features both beginner and intermediate runs.
Hesperus Ski Area, located near Durango, Colorado, is a small but charming ski resort offering 26 trails across 160 acres of skiable terrain. The best trails for intermediate and advanced skiers are the Hesperus Bowl and the Upper and Lower Ellie trails. A little-known fact about the resort is that it was the first ski area in the United States to implement a rope tow system. For beginners, the resort offers the Bunny Hill, a gentle slope ideal for learning the basics of skiing. After a day on the slopes, skiers can enjoy a relaxing apres ski at the Powderhouse Bar, known for its cozy atmosphere and delicious drinks.
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No new snow to report today, with snowpack levels sitting at 38.0". Weather today, a 30 percent chance of snow showers, mainly before 4pm. some thunder is also possible. increasing clouds, with a high near 36. south southeast wind 10 to 15 mph becoming west southwest in the afternoon. winds could gust as high as 25 mph. Up to 7" of more snowfall forecasted over the next 5 days.
Location | Snowpack |
NOHRSC RED MOUNTAIN PASS | 49" |
MINERAL CREEK | 6" |
BLACK MESA | 46" |
NOHRSC VALLECITO | 7" |
MOLAS LAKE | 12" |
NOHRSC LONE CONE | 3" |
NOHRSC EL DIENTE PEAK | 8" |
RED MOUNTAIN PASS | 49" |
SHARKSTOOTH | 6" |
COLUMBINE PASS | 1" |
VALLECITO | 7" |
LIZARD HEAD PASS | 10" |
CASCADE #2 | 1" |
STUMP LAKES | 18" |
LIZARD HEAD PASS | 10" |