Fresh mountain air and a solid spring snowpack greet skiers at Red Lodge Mountain today, April 18, 2025. Overnight temperatures dipped to a crisp 15°F, preserving excellent snow quality across the 59-inch base—over five inches deeper than average for this time of year. Though only a dusting is forecasted over the next 72 hours (around 0.4 inches), the current conditions remain ideal for carving turns and soaking in Montana’s big sky vistas. The Snow Water Equivalent sits at a healthy 16.4 inches, promising stability and coverage throughout the remaining season.

However, Red Lodge Mountain is under heightened scrutiny following a tragic chairlift incident earlier this week. A fatal fall has prompted a full-scale investigation into lift safety procedures and mechanical integrity. Engineers are currently inspecting the affected lift, and officials have confirmed that high winds were a contributing factor to the derailment. While ski operations continue, mountain staff are urging guests to stay informed and exercise additional caution, particularly around lift-loading zones. Despite the somber news, the mountain remains open and operational, offering some of the best late-season skiing conditions in the region.