Misty Ridge snow report
Misty Ridge
Misty Ridge ski resort in Alberta offers some of the best skiing experiences in the Rockies, with over 50 runs and a range of difficulty levels. Beginners will enjoy the gentle slopes of the Bunny Hill and Ski School, while more experienced skiers can take on the challenging runs of the Black Diamond. Few people know that the resort was once a popular destination for bootleggers during Prohibition. For beginners, we suggest taking the Easy Rider lift and trying out the Longhorn run. As for après-ski, the Snowshoe Lounge offers a cozy atmosphere and great drink specials.
Terrain mix: Misty Ridge Ski Resort in Alberta is situated in the Canadian Rockies, specifically in the Rocky Mountain range. Some of the pertinent mountain aspects of Misty Ridge Ski Resort include:
1. Mount Columbia: Located near Misty Ridge Ski Resort, Mount Columbia is the highest peak in Alberta and the Canadian Rockies. It offers stunning views and challenging terrain for advanced skiers and snowboarders.
2. Mount Alberta: Another prominent peak near Misty Ridge Ski Resort, Mount Alberta is known for its steep and rugged slopes, making it a popular destination for expert skiers and snowboarders.
3. Misty Ridge: The namesake of the ski resort, Misty Ridge is a smaller mountain located within the resort boundaries. It offers a variety of runs for all skill levels, from beginner to advanced.
4. Kananaskis Range: The Kananaskis Range is a subrange of the Canadian Rockies that includes Misty Ridge Ski Resort. The range offers diverse terrain and stunning alpine scenery for visitors to enjoy.
Overall, Misty Ridge Ski Resort is surrounded by a variety of mountain ranges and peaks that provide a picturesque backdrop for skiing and snowboarding 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 Misty Ridge -- 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 Misty Ridge in the Snoflo app
Save this resort as a favorite, set push alerts when snowfall crosses a threshold (e.g. "alert me when Misty Ridge reports 6″ new"), and Snoflo's iOS app will push the moment the SNOTEL station crosses.
About Misty Ridge
Where does the snow data for Misty Ridge 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 Misty Ridge?
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 Misty Ridge?
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 Misty Ridge.