Ski Snowstar Snow Report
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Ski Snowstar
Ski Snowstar in Illinois boasts ten trails, with the most popular being the intermediate runs like the Ridge Run and the North Bowl. For beginners, the resort recommends the Bunny Run, which is a gentle slope perfect for those learning to ski. An interesting fact about Ski Snowstar is that it was originally built by a farmer who wanted to make use of the rolling hills on his land. As for après ski, the resort's bar, The Rock, is a favorite among visitors for its relaxed vibe and live music on weekends.
Terrain mix: Ski Snowstar Winter Sports Park in Illinois is located in the Mississippi River Valley and is known for its gentle, rolling slopes and family-friendly atmosphere. The ski resort does not have any designated mountain ranges, as it is situated in a relatively flat region of the state. However, Ski Snowstar does offer a variety of terrain features, including:
1. Two main ski areas: The resort features two main ski areas, the East Slope and the West Slope, each offering a mix of beginner, intermediate, and advanced terrain.
2. Terrain parks: Ski Snowstar has several terrain parks with jumps, rails, and other features for freestyle skiers and snowboarders.
3. Tubing hill: The resort also has a tubing hill for guests looking for a different winter activity.
While Ski Snowstar may not have the towering peaks of other ski resorts, it offers a fun and accessible skiing and snowboarding experience for visitors in the Midwest.
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 DVN.
Beyond the slopes
Other ski areas, basecamp options, alpine fishing, and scenic stops near Ski Snowstar -- worth knowing whether you're in for a day, a long weekend, or a season pass.
Campgrounds
- Clarks Ferry - Mississippi River
- Shady Creek - Mississippi River
- Wildcat Den State Park Campground
- Fairport State Rec Area
- Fairport State Recreation Area Campground
- Blanchard Island - Coe
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 Snowstar in the Snoflo app
Save this resort as a favorite, set push alerts when snowfall crosses a threshold (e.g. "alert me when Ski Snowstar reports 6″ new"), and Snoflo's iOS app will push the moment the SNOTEL station crosses.
About Ski Snowstar
Where does the snow data for Ski Snowstar 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 Snowstar?
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 Snowstar?
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 Snowstar.