STEAMBOAT SKI RESORT

SKI REPORT
February 16, 2025

Winter Storm Warning
2025-02-18T05:00:00-07:00

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations between 8 and 16 inches with locally higher amounts upwards of 30 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Elkhead and Park Mountains. * WHEN...Until 5 AM MST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning and evening commutes. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.


SNOWPACK DEPTH

68.0" 108%

Snowpack DepthPercent of Normal

-1" 15.53 "

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Steamboat Ski Resort is serving up a powder-filled weekend, with 6.4 inches of fresh snow expected in the next 24 hours and an impressive 12.5 inches in the next three days. The snowpack is well above average at 68 inches, ensuring stellar conditions across the mountain. With an overnight low of 8°F, expect light, fluffy powder perfect for carving turns. The slopes are primed for deep powder runs, and with 15 inches forecasted over the next five days, it’s shaping up to be an unforgettable holiday weekend.

In other news, Steamboat continues to make headlines, from adorable bear cubs spotted practicing their climbing skills on a gondola tower to exciting infrastructure upgrades coming next season, including a new $15 million gondola. One important note for skiers and riders—ski patrol has reported a recent in-bounds avalanche slide, so be sure to check updates and exercise caution in steep terrain. And for families, don’t forget that "Kids Ski Free Week" is just around the corner, offering a fantastic opportunity to hit the slopes with little ones. Whether you're here for the powder, the newsworthy wildlife encounters, or the exciting resort improvements, Steamboat is delivering an unforgettable winter experience.

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Snowpack Percent Normal 108%
Max Recorded Snowpack 180"
Snowfall Next 24 Hours 6"
Snowfall Next 5 Days 15.53"
Terrain Surface NA
Powder Score NA
       

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About the Area


The Steamboat Ski Resort in Colorado is located in the Rocky Mountains. Some of the pertinent mountain ranges and aspects of the resort include:

1. Park Range: The Steamboat Ski Resort is situated in the Park Range, which is a sub-range of the Rocky Mountains. The Park Range is known for its rugged peaks and stunning alpine scenery.

2. Mount Werner: The main peak at the Steamboat Ski Resort is Mount Werner, which reaches an elevation of 10,568 feet. The resort's ski runs are spread out across the slopes of Mount Werner, offering a variety of terrain for skiers and snowboarders of all abilities.

3. Storm Peak: Another prominent peak at the Steamboat Ski Resort is Storm Peak, which reaches an elevation of 10,372 feet. Storm Peak offers challenging terrain for advanced skiers and riders, as well as stunning views of the surrounding mountains.

4. Sunshine Peak: Sunshine Peak is another key aspect of the Steamboat Ski Resort, offering a mix of intermediate and advanced terrain for skiers and snowboarders to enjoy. Sunshine Peak is known for its sunny slopes and scenic views of the Yampa Valley.

Overall, the Steamboat Ski Resort offers a diverse range of terrain and stunning mountain scenery for visitors to enjoy.

Steamboat Ski Resort is located in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado, offering 2,965 acres of skiable terrain with 165 trails. The resort boasts a range of runs suitable for all levels of skiing ability, with the best trails for advanced skiers being the challenging chutes of Christmas Tree Bowl and the varied terrain of Shadows. For beginners, the resort offers gentle slopes such as Why Not and Lil' Rodeo. An interesting fact about the resort is that it was the first ski resort in the world to have a dedicated tree skiing area, which is still a popular attraction to this day. For après-ski, the T-Bar offers a lively atmosphere with drinks and live music.

Night Skiing No
Lift Count 18 Lifts
Hourly Lift Capacity 33619 per hour
Base Elevation 2103 Meters
Terrain Park Yes
Acreage 2965 Acres
Established 1963
Run Count 165 Trails

Ski Resort Forecast View more

Ski Area Next 24 Hours Next 3 Days Next 5 Days
Beaver Creek Resort 1.82" 11.85" 13.52"
Cuchara Mountain Resort 0" 1.33" 1.37"
Copper Mountain Resort 1.23" 7.8" 9.22"
Howelsen Hill Ski Area 4.87" 13.71" 15.65"
Durango Mountain Resort 0" 0" 0"
Buttermilk Mountain 1.67" 5.24" 7.07"

Regional Snowpack Conditions View more

Location Overnight Snowpack
NOHRSC BEAR RIVER 2" 31"
NOHRSC NORTH FRENCH CREEK 10" 88"
HAYDEN COOP 0" 20"
SILVERTHORNE 21 NW, CO 0.1" 8"
CLIMAX COOP 1.8" 46"
DIVIDE PEAK 2" 50"
CASTLE CREEK NEAR ASPEN, CO 1.57" 53.94"
SUMMIT RANCH 0" 42"