Pigeon Mountain snow report
Pigeon Mountain
Pigeon Mountain ski resort in Alberta offers a variety of trails for skiers of all levels, with the best being the intermediate and advanced runs. A little-known fact about the resort is that it was once used as a training ground for Canadian soldiers during World War II. For beginners, the best suggestion would be to start with the green runs, such as Wapiti or Moose. After a day on the slopes, the best apres ski bar to visit is the Powderhound Lounge, located in the main lodge.
Terrain mix: Pigeon Mountain Ski Resort in Alberta is located in the Canadian Rockies, which is a vast mountain range stretching from British Columbia to Alberta. The resort is situated in the foothills of the Rockies, with stunning views of the surrounding peaks.
Some of the pertinent mountain ranges near Pigeon Mountain Ski Resort include:
1. The Kananaskis Range: This range is located just west of the resort and offers a variety of challenging terrain for skiers and snowboarders.
2. The Front Ranges: These mountains are located to the east of the resort and are known for their rugged beauty and diverse wildlife.
3. The Bow Range: This range runs along the western edge of Banff National Park and offers stunning views of the surrounding peaks.
4. The Sawback Range: This range is located to the north of the resort and is known for its rugged terrain and challenging backcountry skiing.
Overall, Pigeon Mountain Ski Resort is surrounded by some of the most beautiful mountain ranges in Alberta, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers alike.
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 Pigeon Mountain -- worth knowing whether you're in for a day, a long weekend, or a season pass.
Other ski areas
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 Pigeon Mountain in the Snoflo app
Save this resort as a favorite, set push alerts when snowfall crosses a threshold (e.g. "alert me when Pigeon Mountain reports 6″ new"), and Snoflo's iOS app will push the moment the SNOTEL station crosses.
About Pigeon Mountain
Where does the snow data for Pigeon Mountain 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 Pigeon Mountain?
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 Pigeon Mountain?
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 Pigeon Mountain.