Marmot Basin snow report
Marmot Basin
Marmot Basin ski resort, located in Jasper National Park, Alberta, offers a diverse range of terrain for all ski levels, with the best trails being the expert-level Tres Hombres and the intermediate Schickedanz. Not many people know that Marmot Basin was originally called Marmot Basin Ski-Lifts Ltd. and opened in 1964 with only one lift. For beginner skiers, the School House run offers a gentle slope to practice on. The best après ski bar is the Eagle's Nest Lounge, known for its stunning view of the surrounding mountains and cozy fireplace.
Terrain mix: Marmot Basin ski resort is located in the Canadian Rockies in Alberta. The resort is situated in the Jasper National Park, surrounded by stunning mountain ranges and peaks.
Some of the pertinent mountain ranges and aspects of Marmot Basin ski resort include:
1. Colin Range: This range is located to the west of Marmot Basin and offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape.
2. Marmot Mountain: The ski resort itself is located on the slopes of Marmot Mountain, which is part of the Colin Range. The mountain offers a variety of terrain for skiers and snowboarders of all levels.
3. Palisades: This is a popular area for advanced skiers and snowboarders, with steep chutes and deep powder snow.
4. Whistlers Peak: The highest point at Marmot Basin, Whistlers Peak offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and valleys.
Overall, Marmot Basin ski resort is surrounded by majestic mountain ranges and peaks, providing a beautiful and exhilarating setting for winter sports enthusiasts.
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 Marmot Basin -- 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 Marmot Basin in the Snoflo app
Save this resort as a favorite, set push alerts when snowfall crosses a threshold (e.g. "alert me when Marmot Basin reports 6″ new"), and Snoflo's iOS app will push the moment the SNOTEL station crosses.
About Marmot Basin
Where does the snow data for Marmot Basin 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 Marmot Basin?
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 Marmot Basin?
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 Marmot Basin.