Whispering Pines snow report
Whispering Pines
Whispering Pines is a small and family-friendly ski resort located in Alberta, Canada. The resort offers a variety of trails for all skill levels, but the best trails are the four black diamond runs, which are challenging and thrilling. One interesting fact about Whispering Pines is that it was built on the site of an old logging camp. For beginner skiers, the Pinecone Trail is recommended as it is the easiest run. After a long day on the slopes, the best après-ski bar is the Timber Lounge, which offers a cozy atmosphere and delicious drinks.
Terrain mix: Located in Alberta, Canada, Whispering Pines Ski Resort is situated in the Rocky Mountains. Some of the pertinent mountain ranges and aspects of the resort include:
1. The Canadian Rockies: Whispering Pines Ski Resort is nestled within the breathtaking Canadian Rockies, offering stunning panoramic views and challenging terrain for skiers and snowboarders.
2. Mount Allan: Mount Allan is a prominent peak in the Canadian Rockies and is located near Whispering Pines Ski Resort. The mountain offers a variety of ski runs and backcountry terrain for outdoor enthusiasts.
3. Bow Valley: The Bow Valley is a picturesque valley in the Canadian Rockies that surrounds Whispering Pines Ski Resort. The valley is known for its diverse wildlife, stunning landscapes, and outdoor recreational opportunities.
4. Kananaskis Country: Whispering Pines Ski Resort is located in Kananaskis Country, a stunning natural region in the Canadian Rockies that offers a variety of outdoor activities, including skiing, snowboarding, hiking, and mountain biking.
Overall, the mountain ranges and aspects surrounding Whispering Pines Ski Resort in Alberta provide a spectacular backdrop for outdoor adventures and winter sports.
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 Whispering Pines -- 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 Whispering Pines in the Snoflo app
Save this resort as a favorite, set push alerts when snowfall crosses a threshold (e.g. "alert me when Whispering Pines reports 6″ new"), and Snoflo's iOS app will push the moment the SNOTEL station crosses.
About Whispering Pines
Where does the snow data for Whispering Pines 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 Whispering Pines?
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 Whispering Pines?
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 Whispering Pines.