Ski Gull Snow Report
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Ski Gull
Ski Gull Ski Resort in Minnesota is a popular destination for winter sports enthusiasts. The resort boasts 12 runs and 3 terrain parks, with the best runs being the Moose and the Bull. An interesting historical fact is that the resort was originally developed by a local ski club and opened in the 1960s. For beginner skiers, a great suggestion is the Easy Street trail. For après ski, the Blacksmith Lounge is a popular spot with a cozy atmosphere and delicious food and drinks. Overall, Ski Gull is a great choice for a fun-filled day on the slopes.
Terrain mix: Ski Gull Ski Resort is located in the Brainerd Lakes area of Minnesota. The resort features several ski runs and slopes, with a vertical drop of 215 feet. The terrain at Ski Gull includes a variety of runs suitable for all levels of skiers and snowboarders.
There are no specific mountain ranges surrounding Ski Gull Ski Resort, as the area is characterized by rolling hills and forests typical of the Minnesota landscape. However, the resort does offer scenic views of Gull Lake and the surrounding countryside.
In terms of mountain aspects, Ski Gull features a mix of beginner, intermediate, and advanced runs, as well as a terrain park for freestyle skiers and snowboarders. The resort also offers ski lessons and rentals for those looking to improve their skills or try out a new winter sport.
Overall, Ski Gull Ski Resort offers a fun and family-friendly winter sports experience in the heart of Minnesota's beautiful Brainerd Lakes region.
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 DLH.
Beyond the slopes
Other ski areas, basecamp options, alpine fishing, and scenic stops near Ski Gull -- 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 Ski Gull in the Snoflo app
Save this resort as a favorite, set push alerts when snowfall crosses a threshold (e.g. "alert me when Ski Gull reports 6″ new"), and Snoflo's iOS app will push the moment the SNOTEL station crosses.
About Ski Gull
Where does the snow data for Ski Gull 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 Gull?
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 Gull?
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 Gull.