* WHAT...Snow expected above 10, 000 feet. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 6 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...Flat Tops and Gore and Elk Mountains/Central Mountain Valleys. * WHEN...From midnight tonight to midnight MST Saturday Night. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Expect snowy and icy roads heading up to and including Vail Pass.
Snowmass Ski Resort is a popular destination for skiers in the United States, located in Colorado.
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No new snow to report today, with snowpack levels sitting at 10.0". Snowpack levels for this time of year average around 20 inches, but can be as high as 83 inches. Weather today, patchy blowing snow between 9am and 11am. sunny, with a high near 38. breezy, with a west wind 15 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 35 mph. Up to 1" of more snowfall forecasted over the next 5 days.
Snow Water Equivalent (SWE) shows how much water the snow holds. This is ideal for year-to-year tracking of real snowfall and water resources. Measurements from Upper Taylor.
Snowpack depth measures how much snow has accumulated in the area. This is a key indicator of powder quality, trail coverage, and how epic your runs are going to be this season at Snowmass.
Recent air temperature fluctuations at Snowmass impact snow quality and stability, from powder to slush.
The Snowmass Ski Resort in Colorado is located in the Elk Mountains Range and specifically on the slopes of Snowmass Mountain. The resort also offers views of other nearby mountain ranges such as the Maroon Bells, Capitol Peak, and Pyramid Peak. These mountains provide stunning backdrops for the ski resort and offer a variety of terrain for skiers and snowboarders to explore.
With over 3,300 acres of ski terrain, this resort offers some of the best skiing and snowboarding runs in the country. The best trails for advanced skiers are the Hanging Valley Wall and the Cirque, while beginners can enjoy the gentle slopes of Elk Camp. An interesting fact is that Snowmass Ski Resort is home to the largest cross-country ski system in North America, offering over 90 kilometers of groomed trails. For beginner skiers, the resort offers excellent ski lessons and a dedicated beginners' area. For après ski, the Limelight Lounge is a great choice with its cozy atmosphere and live music.
Night Skiing | No |
Lift Count | 24 Lifts |
Hourly Lift Capacity | 34497 per hour |
Base Elevation | 2470 Meters |
Terrain Park | Yes |
Acreage | 3132 Acres |
Established | 1967 |
Run Count | 91 Trails |
The ski area received 0" of new snowfall since yesterday.
Weather today, patchy blowing snow between 9am and 11am. sunny, with a high near 38. breezy, with a west wind 15 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 35 mph.
Snowmass is expected to receive up to 1.05" of new snowfall in the next 5 days.