Summit

5"

Overnight Fresh

6"

Past 24 Hours

12"

Past 7 Days

30"

Settled Base

54"

Season to Date

Base Area

3"

Past 24 Hours

6"

Past 7 Days

Base area stats reflect natural snowfall only. Resort snowmaking operations contribute greatly to snow depth across lower elevations of the mountain.

Today's Snow Reporter: Chad

Thursday, Nov. 21, 2024:

TWO. MORE. WEEKS!

We have just 14 days to go before opening day of the 2024/25 ski season — Thursday, Dec. 5 — and we're seeing signs of that much-anticipated La Niña weather pattern taking shape!

This latest storm has delivered 6 inches of snow to the summit over the past 24 hours, giving us a settled base depth of 30 inches. And that doesn't include all the snow we've been making over the past couple of weeks! Most slopes are blanketed in white, and a few brave souls have been hiking or skinning up to the summit for weeks already. Suffice it to say we're feeling enthusiastic about the winter ahead.

Of course, we start every ski season with at least a few trail closures to ensure everyone has a safe experience on the slopes. So as the big day approaches, please keep an eye on this snow report as well as our Facebook and Instagram feeds for updates on open terrain and early-season conditions.

Now for some announcements — lots of them!

PRESEASON UPHILL RULES: With two weeks before our scheduled opening day, we have entered the preseason period described in our uphill policy. If you plan to hike or skin up the mountain before Dec. 5, please note the following restrictions are in effect.

• The East Route is the only approved route for uphill and downhill traffic from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• The Benny Up Route is closed during those hours while crews prepare the mountain for our operating season.
• No route restrictions are in effect before 8 a.m. and after 4 p.m.

We crafted the uphill policy with the U.S. Forest Service. It helps ensure your safety and ours, so please take a moment to review the full policy and route maps here. And please let us know if you have any questions!

LOCALS ONLY SALE: It's back! Just in time for ski season, our annual Locals Only Sale returns this Saturday, Nov. 23! Stop into Village Rentals or Snow Ghost Outfitters to score huge deals and equip yourself for the winter ahead.

• 15% off new skis, boots, jackets, pants, poles, gloves and more!
• Last season's demo skis for just $199!
• 50-70% off clearance items!

Don't miss out! This sale will run from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. this Saturday only!

PICK UP YOUR PASS: If you purchased a season pass and didn't have it mailed to you, pick it up as soon as possible! You don't want to be stuck in line waiting for your pass while your friends snag first tracks on opening weekend. Avoid the frustration! Simply stop by Base Lodge Tickets & Information between 9 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Please note the office is closed the next two Sundays and Thanksgiving!

FREQUENT SKIER CARDS: You only have about a month left to secure your frequent skier card! It's a great way to save if you plan to spend multiple days on the slopes this winter but didn't get a season pass. Get your card for just $65 upfront, then ski or ride whenever you choose at a discounted daily rate. Plus, you'll never have to wait in the ticket line on a powder day! Don't wait! Frequent skier cards are available online only through Dec. 24.

MOUNTAIN IMPROVEMENTS: Our crews have been hard at work preparing for the season ahead! Here's what's new for 2024/25:

• We installed a new motor in Chair 1 and are working with lift manufacturer Doppelmayr to upgrade and modernize Chair 2! The Chair 2 project is a major investment that will greatly extend the life of the lift, making it more reliable and speeding up future maintenance work.
• We cleared out small trees and vegetation on Good Medicine and sections of the Hellroaring Basin, including lower Glory Hole and the Picture Chutes runouts! Haskill Slide and the area between Toni Matt and Bench Run saw some thinning work as well.
• Our grooming team added two snowcats to its fleet to lay down some pristine corduroy mountainwide!
• We built a new shelter for the S.N.O.W. Bus stop outside the Base Lodge! It has plenty of bench seating so you can wait for the bus comfortably and out of the elements.

Finally, a reminder that lodging, lessons, lift tickets, rental gear and Kids Center offerings are available to book. Whether you're a first-time skier or a seasoned shredder, a big family or a solo traveler, it's time to start planning the ski trip of your dreams and save big in the process. Come and see why the readers of SKI Magazine have once again named us the best-value ski resort in the West!

Get stoked and keep up those snow dances. We'll see you soon!

The snow report is a subjective assessment of terrain and weather conditions. Snowfall and snow depths are measured at the summit and base areas around 6 a.m. each day. Actual depths may vary across the mountain and change throughout the day. Always check with ski patrol if you need more information about skiing conditions.