Pass Powderkeg snow report
Pass Powderkeg
Pass Powderkeg ski resort in Alberta offers a variety of trails for all skill levels, with the best runs being on the backside of the mountain. A little-known fact is that the resort was originally built in the 1930s by the Canadian Pacific Railway to promote tourism in the area. For beginners, the Magic Carpet area is recommended. The best après ski bar is the Powderkeg Lounge, which offers a cozy atmosphere and delicious food and drinks.
Terrain mix: The Pass Powderkeg Ski Resort is located in the Crowsnest Pass region of Alberta, Canada. The resort is surrounded by several mountain ranges, including the Canadian Rockies to the west and the High Rock Range to the east.
Some of the notable mountain aspects of Pass Powderkeg Ski Resort include:
1. The resort is situated at the base of Turtle Mountain, which offers stunning views and challenging terrain for advanced skiers and snowboarders.
2. The surrounding area also includes Mount Tecumseh, Mount Erickson, and Mount McLaren, which provide additional opportunities for backcountry skiing and snowboarding.
3. The resort itself features a variety of runs and trails with different aspects, ranging from beginner-friendly slopes to more advanced terrain for experienced skiers and snowboarders.
Overall, Pass Powderkeg Ski Resort offers a unique mountain experience with diverse terrain and breathtaking views of the surrounding mountain ranges.
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 Pass Powderkeg is a one-off accumulation or a regional storm cycle.
| Station | Snowpack | View |
|---|---|---|
| Nohrsc Flattop Mtn. | 77 in | → |
| Stahl Peak | 64 in | → |
| 14a17 - Stryker Basin | 43 in | → |
| Flattop Mtn. | 77 in | → |
Beyond the slopes
Other ski areas, basecamp options, alpine fishing, and scenic stops near Pass Powderkeg -- 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 Pass Powderkeg in the Snoflo app
Save this resort as a favorite, set push alerts when snowfall crosses a threshold (e.g. "alert me when Pass Powderkeg reports 6″ new"), and Snoflo's iOS app will push the moment the SNOTEL station crosses.
About Pass Powderkeg
Where does the snow data for Pass Powderkeg 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 Pass Powderkeg?
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 Pass Powderkeg?
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 Pass Powderkeg.