Howelsen Hill Ski Area snow report
Howelsen Hill Ski Area
Howelsen Hill Ski Area is a historic ski resort located in Steamboat Springs, Colorado, United States. It is known for its Olympic-sized ski jumps and offers a range of trails for skiers of all levels. The best trails for advanced skiers are the face of Howelsen Hill and the Rudi's Run, while beginner skiers are recommended to start with the gentle terrain of the Poma Lift. Howelsen Hill is also home to the oldest operating ski area in the United States, making it a unique and interesting destination for ski enthusiasts. After a day on the slopes, The Barley Tap and Tavern is a popular spot for apres ski drinks and live music.
Terrain mix: The main mountain range near Howelsen Hill Ski Area in Colorado is the Park Range. Howelsen Hill itself is a prominent ski hill located in Steamboat Springs, Colorado, and is part of the larger Routt National Forest. The ski area features a variety of runs and terrain, including a ski jumping complex and Nordic skiing trails. The mountain aspect of Howelsen Hill Ski Area varies, with slopes facing in multiple directions to provide a variety of skiing experiences for visitors.
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 Howelsen Hill Ski Area is a one-off accumulation or a regional storm cycle.
| Station | Snowpack | View |
|---|---|---|
| Old Battle | 27 in | → |
| Nohrsc Med Bow | 20 in | → |
| South Brush Creek | 1 in | → |
| Tower | 29 in | → |
| Med Bow | 20 in | → |
| Nohrsc South Brush Creek | 1 in | → |
| Nohrsc Sand Lake | 25 in | → |
| Divide Peak | 1 in | → |
| Vail Ski Area Phq | 17 in | → |
| Nohrsc Mccoy Park | 1 in | → |
| Nohrsc Zirkel | 1 in | → |
| Park Cone | 1 in | → |
Beyond the slopes
Other ski areas, basecamp options, alpine fishing, and scenic stops near Howelsen Hill Ski Area -- worth knowing whether you're in for a day, a long weekend, or a season pass.
Other ski areas
Campgrounds
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 Howelsen Hill 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 Howelsen Hill Ski Area reports 6″ new"), and Snoflo's iOS app will push the moment the SNOTEL station crosses.
About Howelsen Hill Ski Area
Where does the snow data for Howelsen Hill 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 Howelsen Hill 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 Howelsen Hill 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 Howelsen Hill Ski Area.