Mt. Bachelor snow report
Mt. Bachelor
Mt. Bachelor ski resort in Oregon boasts over 4,300 acres of skiable terrain and 101 runs. Some of the best trails include Summit, Northwest, and Outback, which offer challenging terrain for advanced skiers. An interesting fact is that the resort was originally named "Bachelor Butte," but was changed during World War II due to its potentially offensive connotation. For beginners, the Sunshine Accelerator lift provides access to gentle slopes perfect for learning. For apres ski, the Clearing Rock Bar in the West Village is a popular spot for live music and local brews.
Terrain mix: Mt. Bachelor ski resort in Oregon is located in the Cascade Range, specifically in the central Oregon region. The resort is situated on the slopes of Mount Bachelor, a dormant stratovolcano in the Cascade Range.
Some of the pertinent mountain aspects of Mt. Bachelor ski resort include its elevation, which is 9,065 feet at the summit, making it the sixth-highest peak in Oregon. The resort boasts a vertical drop of 3,365 feet and offers a variety of terrain for skiers and snowboarders of all levels, including groomed runs, moguls, glades, and backcountry access. Mt. Bachelor also features a variety of chairlifts, including high-speed quads and a summit lift, providing access to over 4,300 acres of skiable terrain.
Additionally, the mountain's location in the Cascade Range ensures that Mt. Bachelor receives abundant snowfall each winter, with an average annual snowfall of over 450 inches. This makes it a popular destination for winter sports enthusiasts seeking powder conditions and a long season that typically lasts from November through May.
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 Mt. Bachelor is a one-off accumulation or a regional storm cycle.
| Station | Snowpack | View |
|---|---|---|
| Santiam Jct. | 1 in | → |
| Mckenzie | 1 in | → |
| Nohrsc Summit Lake | 1 in | → |
| Smith Ridge | 1 in | → |
| Nohrsc Jump Off Joe | 2 in | → |
| Jump Off Joe | 2 in | → |
| Tyler Heilman Snow Depth Statio | 1 in | → |
| Summit Lake | 1 in | → |
| Nohrsc Mckenzie | 1 in | → |
| Nohrsc Chemult Alternate | 1 in | → |
Beyond the slopes
Other ski areas, basecamp options, alpine fishing, and scenic stops near Mt. Bachelor -- 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 Mt. Bachelor in the Snoflo app
Save this resort as a favorite, set push alerts when snowfall crosses a threshold (e.g. "alert me when Mt. Bachelor reports 6″ new"), and Snoflo's iOS app will push the moment the SNOTEL station crosses.
About Mt. Bachelor
Where does the snow data for Mt. Bachelor 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 Mt. Bachelor?
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 Mt. Bachelor?
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 Mt. Bachelor.