Hoodoo Ski Area snow report
Hoodoo Ski Area
Hoodoo Ski Area is a family-friendly ski resort in Oregon that offers a variety of terrain for all skill levels. The best trails are the upper bowl, which is perfect for advanced skiers, and the easy-going Ed's Garden, ideal for beginners. Interestingly, the resort was founded in 1938 by a group of local businessmen who were looking to promote tourism in the area. For beginners, the best suggestion is to start on the green circle runs near the base of the mountain. For the best apres ski bar, the Hoodoo Sports Bar & Grill is a great spot for a post-ski meal and drinks with friends or family.
Terrain mix: Hoodoo Ski Area is located in the Cascade Range in Oregon. The resort is situated on the flanks of Hoodoo Butte, a volcanic peak in the Cascade Range. The surrounding mountain ranges include the Willamette National Forest and the Cascade Mountains. The terrain at Hoodoo Ski Area offers a mix of alpine and tree skiing, with runs that cater to all skill levels. The resort is known for its stunning views of the surrounding mountains and its family-friendly atmosphere.
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 Hoodoo Ski Area is a one-off accumulation or a regional storm cycle.
| Station | Snowpack | View |
|---|---|---|
| Skibowl Summit | 8 in | → |
| Tyler Heilman Snow Depth Statio | 1 in | → |
| Santiam Jct. | 1 in | → |
| Timberline Lodge | 27 in | → |
| Nohrsc Jump Off Joe | 2 in | → |
| Nohrsc Mckenzie | 1 in | → |
| Mckenzie | 1 in | → |
| Mt. Hood Meadows Base | 288 in | → |
| Jump Off Joe | 2 in | → |
| Nohrsc Red Hill | 1 in | → |
| Nohrsc Summit Lake | 1 in | → |
| Smith Ridge | 1 in | → |
Beyond the slopes
Other ski areas, basecamp options, alpine fishing, and scenic stops near Hoodoo Ski Area -- worth knowing whether you're in for a day, a long weekend, or a season pass.
Other ski areas
Campgrounds
- Big Lake West Campground
- Link Creek Campground
- Scout Lake Campground
- South Shore Campground
- Fish Lake Remount Depot - Commissary Cabin
- Cold Water Cove Campground
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 Hoodoo Ski Area in the Snoflo app
Save this resort as a favorite, set push alerts when snowfall crosses a threshold (e.g. "alert me when Hoodoo Ski Area reports 6″ new"), and Snoflo's iOS app will push the moment the SNOTEL station crosses.
About Hoodoo Ski Area
Where does the snow data for Hoodoo Ski Area 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 Hoodoo Ski Area?
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 Hoodoo Ski Area?
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 Hoodoo Ski Area.