Paulson X-C (Castlegar Nordic) snow report
Paulson X-C (Castlegar Nordic)
Paulson X-C (Castlegar Nordic) ski resort in British Columbia offers good quality trails with a focus on classic Nordic skiing. The best trails to explore are the Saddle, Big Bear, and Strawberry Pass. The resort was established in 1977 and has hosted regional and national ski events. For beginner skiers, the Green and Yellow loops are good, easy trails to start with. For the best après-ski experience, try the Lion's Head Pub in nearby Castlegar, which offers a cozy atmosphere with great food and drinks.
Terrain mix: Paulson-X-C-Castlegar Nordic Ski Resort is located in the Selkirk Mountains of British Columbia. The resort offers a variety of mountain aspects, including gentle rolling terrain, challenging hills, and stunning views of the surrounding mountains. Some of the nearby mountain ranges include the Purcell Mountains, the Monashee Mountains, and the Kootenay Range. These mountains provide a picturesque backdrop for skiing and snowshoeing at 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.
Nearby SNOTEL stations
USDA NRCS SNOTEL stations within driving range. Cross-check whether the snow at Paulson X-C (Castlegar Nordic) is a one-off accumulation or a regional storm cycle.
| Station | Snowpack | View |
|---|---|---|
| Nohrsc Gold Mountain | 1 in | → |
| Gold Mountain | 3 in | → |
Beyond the slopes
Other ski areas, basecamp options, alpine fishing, and scenic stops near Paulson X-C (Castlegar Nordic) -- 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 Paulson X-C (Castlegar Nordic) in the Snoflo app
Save this resort as a favorite, set push alerts when snowfall crosses a threshold (e.g. "alert me when Paulson X-C (Castlegar Nordic) reports 6″ new"), and Snoflo's iOS app will push the moment the SNOTEL station crosses.
About Paulson X-C (Castlegar Nordic)
Where does the snow data for Paulson X-C (Castlegar Nordic) 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 Paulson X-C (Castlegar Nordic)?
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 Paulson X-C (Castlegar Nordic)?
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 Paulson X-C (Castlegar Nordic).