Mt. Eyak snow report
Mt. Eyak
Mt. Eyak ski resort is located in Cordova, Alaska and is known for its steep and challenging terrain. The resort boasts a single chairlift which services all 30 runs, including the famous South Face which offers some of the steepest skiing in North America. Mt. Eyak is also home to the world's first rope tow, which was constructed in 1936 by local residents using a Model T engine. For beginners, the easiest run is the Wagon Road, which offers sweeping views of the surrounding mountains. After a day on the slopes, visitors can unwind at the Powder House, a popular apres ski bar located at the base of the mountain.
Terrain mix: The pertinent mountain ranges and mountain aspects of Mt. Eyak Ski Resort in Alaska include:
1. Mount Eyak: The ski resort is located on Mount Eyak, a prominent mountain in the Chugach Mountains of southeastern Alaska. The mountain offers a variety of terrain for skiers and snowboarders of all levels, with a vertical drop of over 1,000 feet.
2. Chugach Mountains: The ski resort is situated within the Chugach Mountains, a rugged and picturesque mountain range that stretches across south-central Alaska. The mountains provide a stunning backdrop for the ski resort and offer a variety of challenging terrain for advanced skiers and snowboarders.
3. Cordova Peak: Cordova Peak is a prominent peak in the Chugach Mountains that can be seen from Mount Eyak Ski Resort. The peak offers steep and challenging terrain for advanced skiers and snowboarders looking for a thrill.
4. North Face: The North Face of Mount Eyak offers some of the most challenging terrain at the ski resort, with steep slopes and technical runs that will test even the most experienced skiers and snowboarders.
5. Glacier Views: From certain vantage points at the ski resort, visitors can enjoy panoramic views of nearby glaciers and ice fields, adding to the unique and beautiful alpine experience of skiing in Alaska.
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 Mt. Eyak -- 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. Eyak in the Snoflo app
Save this resort as a favorite, set push alerts when snowfall crosses a threshold (e.g. "alert me when Mt. Eyak reports 6″ new"), and Snoflo's iOS app will push the moment the SNOTEL station crosses.
About Mt. Eyak
Where does the snow data for Mt. Eyak 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. Eyak?
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. Eyak?
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. Eyak.