Mominoki Forest Park snow report
Mominoki Forest Park
Mominoki Forest Park ski resort in Japan offers a variety of trails for skiers of all levels, with the best trails being the intermediate runs. An interesting fact is that the resort was originally a military training ground during World War II. For beginner skiers, the resort offers a gentle slope called the "Penguin Course" which is perfect for learning. The best apres ski bar is the "Fireplace Lounge," which offers a cozy atmosphere and a selection of drinks and snacks. Overall, Mominoki Forest Park ski resort is a great destination for skiers who want to experience Japanese culture and enjoy skiing in a beautiful natural setting.
Terrain mix: Mominoki Forest Park Ski Resort is located in Hakuba village in the Nagano Prefecture of Japan. The ski resort is situated within the Northern Japan Alps, which is a mountain range that stretches across central Honshu, the main island of Japan.
Within the Northern Japan Alps, there are several notable mountain ranges and peaks near Mominoki Forest Park Ski Resort, including:
1. Hakuba Mountain Range: This range is part of the Northern Japan Alps and is home to numerous ski resorts, including Mominoki Forest Park Ski Resort. The highest peak in the Hakuba range is Shirouma-dake, which stands at 2,932 meters.
2. Happo-One Mountain: This iconic peak is located near Mominoki Forest Park Ski Resort and is a popular destination for skiing and snowboarding. The Happo-One ski area offers a variety of slopes for all levels of skiers and snowboarders.
3. Mt. Karamatsu: This peak is part of the Northern Japan Alps and offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains and valleys. It is a popular spot for hiking and backcountry skiing.
Overall, Mominoki Forest Park Ski Resort is surrounded by picturesque mountain ranges and peaks that provide a stunning backdrop for skiing and snowboarding activities. Visitors can enjoy a wide variety of terrain and spectacular views of the Japanese Alps while exploring the resort.
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 Mominoki Forest Park -- 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 Mominoki Forest Park in the Snoflo app
Save this resort as a favorite, set push alerts when snowfall crosses a threshold (e.g. "alert me when Mominoki Forest Park reports 6″ new"), and Snoflo's iOS app will push the moment the SNOTEL station crosses.
About Mominoki Forest Park
Where does the snow data for Mominoki Forest Park 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 Mominoki Forest Park?
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 Mominoki Forest Park?
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 Mominoki Forest Park.