Wolf Laurel Ski Resort snow report
Wolf Laurel Ski Resort
Wolf Laurel Ski Resort is a popular ski resort located in North Carolina. The resort boasts a variety of ski trails, with some of the best including the expert-level Upper Laurel Run and the intermediate-level Big Bald. The resort also offers beginner-friendly trails, such as The Meadows. An interesting fact about the resort is that it was originally founded in 1964 by the same company that built Vail Ski Resort in Colorado. For beginners, it's recommended to take lessons at the Wolf Ridge Ski School, which offers programs for all ages and skill levels. The best après ski bar in the area is the nearby Wolf Ridge Brewing, where visitors can enjoy craft beer and food.
Terrain mix: Wolf Laurel Ski Resort is located in the Appalachian Mountains in North Carolina. The resort is situated in the Bald Mountains, which are a subrange of the Southern Appalachian Mountains. The highest peak in the Bald Mountains is Big Bald Mountain, which reaches an elevation of 5,516 feet.
The ski slopes at Wolf Laurel Ski Resort are primarily located on Big Bald Mountain, offering skiers and snowboarders stunning views of the surrounding mountain ranges. The resort features a variety of runs for all skill levels, from beginner slopes to advanced terrain.
Overall, the mountain ranges and mountain aspects of Wolf Laurel Ski Resort provide a beautiful backdrop for winter sports enthusiasts to enjoy a day on the slopes.
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 MRX.
Beyond the slopes
Other ski areas, basecamp options, alpine fishing, and scenic stops near Wolf Laurel Ski Resort -- worth knowing whether you're in for a day, a long weekend, or a season pass.
Other ski areas
- Sugar Mountain Resort
- Beech Mountain Ski Resort
- Cataloochee Ski Area
- Hawksnest Golf & Ski Resort
- Appalachian Ski Mtn.
Campgrounds
- Spivey Gap Recreation Area
- Old Forge Recreation Area
- Old Forge
- Old Forge Campground
- Horse Creek Rec Area
- Horse Creek Recreation Area
Fishing spots
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 Wolf Laurel Ski Resort in the Snoflo app
Save this resort as a favorite, set push alerts when snowfall crosses a threshold (e.g. "alert me when Wolf Laurel Ski Resort reports 6″ new"), and Snoflo's iOS app will push the moment the SNOTEL station crosses.
About Wolf Laurel Ski Resort
Where does the snow data for Wolf Laurel Ski 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 Wolf Laurel Ski 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 Wolf Laurel Ski 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 Wolf Laurel Ski Resort.