Ski Smithers (Hudson Bay Mountain) snow report
Ski Smithers (Hudson Bay Mountain)
Ski Smithers is a popular ski resort in British Columbia known for its varied terrain and stunning views. The best trails include Horseshoe, Panorama, and Hudson Bay Mountain Trail. A little-known historical fact is that the area was originally used as a mining camp during the 1800s gold rush. For beginner skiers, the Bunny Hill and Easy Street are great options. After a day on the slopes, head to the Alpenhorn Bistro & Bar for delicious food and drinks.
Terrain mix: The Ski Smithers Hudson Bay Mountain ski resort is located in British Columbia, Canada. The mountain ranges that surround the resort include the Bulkley Ranges, the Hazelton Mountains, and the Skeena Mountains.
The mountain itself, Hudson Bay Mountain, has an elevation of 1,884 meters (6,181 feet) and offers a vertical drop of 1,175 meters (3,855 feet). The resort features 36 runs, including beginner, intermediate, and advanced terrain, as well as a terrain park for freestyle skiers and snowboarders.
The ski resort also offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains and the Bulkley Valley, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts.
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 Ski Smithers (Hudson Bay Mountain) -- 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 Smithers (Hudson Bay Mountain) in the Snoflo app
Save this resort as a favorite, set push alerts when snowfall crosses a threshold (e.g. "alert me when Ski Smithers (Hudson Bay Mountain) reports 6″ new"), and Snoflo's iOS app will push the moment the SNOTEL station crosses.
About Ski Smithers (Hudson Bay Mountain)
Where does the snow data for Ski Smithers (Hudson Bay 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 Ski Smithers (Hudson Bay 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 Ski Smithers (Hudson Bay 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 Ski Smithers (Hudson Bay Mountain).