Sheep Mountain Cross Country Ski Trails snow report
Sheep Mountain Cross Country Ski Trails
Sheep Mountain Cross Country Ski Trails is a beautiful and serene ski resort in Alaska, featuring over 25 miles of trails for skiers of all levels. The best trails for intermediate and advanced skiers include the Moose Loop, Ramble, and Ridge Trail, which offer scenic views of the surrounding mountains and forests. For beginners, the Fox Loop is a great option with its gentle terrain and easy navigation. A fun historical fact about Sheep Mountain is that it was originally named "Mutton Mountain" by early settlers due to the large population of Dall sheep in the area. After World War II, the name was changed to Sheep Mountain to avoid any negative connotations. After a day on the trails, the best apres ski bar is the nearby Sheep Mountain Lodge, which serves up delicious food and drinks in a cozy atmosphere.
Terrain mix: Sheep Mountain Cross Country Ski Trails is located in Alaska's Matanuska-Susitna Valley and offers a variety of terrain for cross-country skiing. The resort is surrounded by several mountain ranges, including the Talkeetna Mountains to the east and the Chugach Mountains to the south.
The ski trails at Sheep Mountain Cross Country Ski Trails offer skiers the opportunity to explore rolling hills, open meadows, and wooded areas with stunning views of the surrounding mountains. The terrain is suitable for all skill levels, from beginners to advanced skiers.
Some of the notable mountain aspects of Sheep Mountain Cross Country Ski Trails include the steep descents and challenging climbs on the trails, as well as the diverse landscape that includes alpine meadows, dense forests, and frozen lakes. Skiers can also enjoy views of nearby peaks such as Sheep Mountain, Matanuska Peak, and Lion's Head.
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 Sheep Mountain Cross Country Ski Trails -- 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 Sheep Mountain Cross Country Ski Trails in the Snoflo app
Save this resort as a favorite, set push alerts when snowfall crosses a threshold (e.g. "alert me when Sheep Mountain Cross Country Ski Trails reports 6″ new"), and Snoflo's iOS app will push the moment the SNOTEL station crosses.
About Sheep Mountain Cross Country Ski Trails
Where does the snow data for Sheep Mountain Cross Country Ski Trails 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 Sheep Mountain Cross Country Ski Trails?
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 Sheep Mountain Cross Country Ski Trails?
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 Sheep Mountain Cross Country Ski Trails.