Ski Butler Snow Report
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Ski Butler
Ski Butler ski resort in Kentucky offers a variety of trails for skiers of all levels. The best trails are Diamondback, Rattler, and Sidewinder for intermediate and advanced skiers. An interesting fact about Ski Butler is that it was the first ski resort in Kentucky and opened in 1961. For beginner skiers, it is recommended to start on the Easy Street trail. After hitting the slopes, stop by the Black Diamond Bar & Grille for some après ski fun.
Terrain mix: Ski-Butler ski resort is located in the Appalachian Mountains in southeastern Kentucky. The resort is situated in the Cumberland Plateau region of the Appalachians, which is known for its rugged terrain and rolling hills.
The mountain ranges and aspects of Ski-Butler ski resort include:
1. The Cumberland Mountains: Ski-Butler is located in the heart of the Cumberland Mountains, a subrange of the Appalachian Mountains that stretches from Kentucky to Tennessee. The Cumberland Mountains offer steep slopes and challenging terrain for skiing and snowboarding.
2. Black Mountain: Black Mountain is the highest peak in Kentucky and is located near Ski-Butler ski resort. The mountain offers breathtaking views and excellent skiing and snowboarding opportunities.
3. Southeastern Aspect: Ski-Butler ski resort is situated on a southeastern aspect, which means that the slopes receive ample sunlight throughout the day. This aspect also provides protection from cold winds and helps to retain snow quality.
4. Ridge Runs: Ski-Butler features several ridge runs that offer stunning views of the surrounding mountains and valleys. These runs provide a thrilling skiing experience for advanced skiers and snowboarders.
Overall, Ski-Butler ski resort offers a unique skiing experience in the Appalachian Mountains of Kentucky, with challenging terrain, beautiful views, and a variety of slopes for all skill levels.
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.
What forecasters are seeing
Plain-English forecast narrative from the local NWS office. Issued by NWS ILN.
Beyond the slopes
Other ski areas, basecamp options, alpine fishing, and scenic stops near Ski Butler -- worth knowing whether you're in for a day, a long weekend, or a season pass.
Campgrounds
- General Butler State Park
- Two Rivers Campground
- Paul Ogle Riverfront Park
- Madison City Park
- Sparta Campground
- Clifty Falls State Park
Parks
- General Butler State Resort Park
- Twin Eagle Wildlife Management Area
- John Paul Park
- Clifty Falls State Park
Points of interest
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 Ski Butler in the Snoflo app
Save this resort as a favorite, set push alerts when snowfall crosses a threshold (e.g. "alert me when Ski Butler reports 6″ new"), and Snoflo's iOS app will push the moment the SNOTEL station crosses.
About Ski Butler
Where does the snow data for Ski Butler 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 Ski Butler?
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 Ski Butler?
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 Ski Butler.