Spanish Peaks Resort snow report
Spanish Peaks Resort
Spanish Peaks Resort is a secluded and exclusive ski resort in Montana with only four lifts and 1,600 acres of skiable terrain. The resort is known for its fantastic terrain for advanced skiers, with Lone Mountain being the most popular run. An interesting fact about the resort is that it was originally developed by actor and environmentalist Steve McQueen. For beginner skiers, the Pony Express lift provides easy access to beginner and intermediate terrain. For apres ski, The Carabiner Lounge is a popular spot with a cozy atmosphere and great drinks. Overall, Spanish Peaks Resort is a great destination for experienced skiers looking for challenging terrain and privacy.
Terrain mix: The Spanish Peaks Resort ski resort in Montana is located in the Madison Range of the Rocky Mountains. The main mountain ranges and aspects of the resort include:
1. Spanish Peaks: The resort is named after the Spanish Peaks, a prominent mountain range in the region. These peaks offer dramatic views and challenging terrain for skiing and snowboarding.
2. Madison Range: The Spanish Peaks Resort is situated within the Madison Range, a subrange of the Rocky Mountains known for its rugged peaks and diverse terrain.
3. Lone Mountain: While not directly part of the Spanish Peaks Resort, Lone Mountain is a nearby mountain that offers additional skiing and snowboarding opportunities. It is located to the north of the resort and is a prominent feature of the area.
4. North-facing slopes: The resort features a mix of north-facing slopes, which tend to hold snow better and offer excellent skiing conditions throughout the season.
5. South-facing slopes: There are also south-facing slopes at the resort, which can offer sunny and warmer conditions for skiing and snowboarding.
Overall, the Spanish Peaks Resort offers a variety of mountain ranges and aspects that provide a diverse and exciting skiing experience for visitors.
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.
Nearby SNOTEL stations
USDA NRCS SNOTEL stations within driving range. Cross-check whether the snow at Spanish Peaks Resort is a one-off accumulation or a regional storm cycle.
| Station | Snowpack | View |
|---|---|---|
| Pickfoot Creek | 1 in | → |
| Carrot Basin | 20 in | → |
| Nohrsc Shower Falls | 18 in | → |
| Clover Meadow | 192 in | → |
| Nohrsc Whiskey Creek | 1 in | → |
| Crab Creek | 1 in | → |
| Lower Twin | 5 in | → |
| Carrot Basin | 20 in | → |
| Grand Targhee | 48 in | → |
| Pickfoot Creek | 1 in | → |
| Black Bear | 16 in | → |
| Shower Falls | 18 in | → |
Beyond the slopes
Other ski areas, basecamp options, alpine fishing, and scenic stops near Spanish Peaks Resort -- 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 Spanish Peaks Resort in the Snoflo app
Save this resort as a favorite, set push alerts when snowfall crosses a threshold (e.g. "alert me when Spanish Peaks Resort reports 6″ new"), and Snoflo's iOS app will push the moment the SNOTEL station crosses.
About Spanish Peaks Resort
Where does the snow data for Spanish Peaks Resort 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 Spanish Peaks Resort?
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 Spanish Peaks Resort?
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 Spanish Peaks Resort.