La Grave La Meije snow report
La Grave La Meije
La Grave La Meije is a famous off-piste ski resort in Hautes-Alpes, France, known for its challenging ski runs and stunning views of the La Meije glacier. One of the best trails is the Vallons de la Meije, a breathtaking 2,200-meter descent with steep drops and narrow corridors. An interesting fact about the resort is that it was once a popular destination for smugglers due to its remote location. For beginners, the gentle slopes of Les Fréaux offer a good starting point. As for après-ski, a popular spot is Le Taburle, a cozy mountain bar with live music and a relaxed atmosphere. Overall, La Grave La Meije is a must-visit for experienced skiers looking for an unforgettable adventure.
Terrain mix: The La Grave-La Meije ski resort is located in the French Alps, specifically in the Massif des Écrins. The most prominent mountain range in the area is the Massif des Écrins, which includes several peaks over 3,000 meters, including the iconic La Meije peak at 3,983 meters.
The resort itself is known for its challenging off-piste terrain, steep couloirs, and glaciated slopes, making it a popular destination for advanced skiers and mountaineers. The terrain at La Grave-La Meije is largely untamed and rugged, with a focus on backcountry skiing and freeriding.
Other notable mountain aspects of the resort include the Vallon de la Meije, a large valley that offers a variety of off-piste routes, as well as the Girose Glacier, which provides opportunities for glacier skiing and mountaineering. The Vallon de la Meije and the Girose Glacier are accessible via the resort's lifts and cable cars, allowing skiers and snowboarders to access some of the most challenging terrain in the area.
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.
Beyond the slopes
Other ski areas, basecamp options, alpine fishing, and scenic stops near La Grave La Meije -- 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 La Grave La Meije in the Snoflo app
Save this resort as a favorite, set push alerts when snowfall crosses a threshold (e.g. "alert me when La Grave La Meije reports 6″ new"), and Snoflo's iOS app will push the moment the SNOTEL station crosses.
About La Grave La Meije
Where does the snow data for La Grave La Meije 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 La Grave La Meije?
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 La Grave La Meije?
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 La Grave La Meije.