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Bridger Bowl ski resort

North America

Bridger Bowl

Opens December 11, 2026

Best months to book: February, March, April · last season + 30-yr record

Opens Dec 11

Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.

Last Snowfall

Oct 27

3d ago

Past 24 Hours

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Past 10 Days

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7-Day Forecast

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Snow Depth

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❄ Packed powder
Updated: Oct 30, 10:03 PM•Weather at base: 1,859m
SnowSure™ Score2025-26 season
Opens Dec 11

Bridger Bowl opens December 11, 2026. Here is when it is usually best to book.

Best months to book: February, March, April. Best weeks: 8 Mar–14 Mar, 29 Mar–4 Apr, 1 Mar–7 Mar.DecJan1Feb2Mar3AprOpens 11 DecCloses 21 Mar

Best months to book

  1. #1February28cm avg · last season 27.7
  2. #2March29cm avg · last season 25.2
  3. #3April35cm avg · last season 27.8

Best weeks to book

  1. #1 8 Mar – 14 Mar · last season 32
  2. #2 29 Mar – 4 Apr · last season 33.1
  3. #3 1 Mar – 7 Mar · last season 28.7

Ranked on 25% last season's SnowSure score (2025-26) · 75% 30-year snowfall and base-depth record. The live score returns when the lifts turn.

Current Conditions

Reported Fri, Oct 30, 10:03 PM UTC

Terrain

Opens Dec 11

Opens December 11, 2026

75 runs · 11 lifts — live counts and the SnowSure™ Score return when the lifts turn.

Snow Summary

Updated Oct 30 at 10:03 PM

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Snow qualityLight· bestAverage· okayHeavy· wet, skis heavy

Days 8–14 and every model are in SnowSure Pro.Unlock with Pro

No measurement at mid height (2,256m) reached us: past snow shown is the model's estimate at the summit.

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Bridger Bowl

About Bridger Bowl

Bridger Bowl is a community-owned ski area located just outside Bozeman, Montana, offering 2,000 acres of skiable terrain across a variety of runs suitable for all ability levels. The resort is known for its laid-back, authentic atmosphere and abundant light powder, with signature experiences including expert terrain in the Ridge area and extensive backcountry access. Key amenities include multiple lodges, on-mountain dining, ski and snowboard lessons, and a family-friendly environment. Bridger Bowl stands out for its non-profit status, affordable pricing, and strong local character.

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Frequently asked questions about Bridger Bowl

Where is Bridger Bowl?
Bridger Bowl is a ski resort in the United States.
How high is Bridger Bowl?
Bridger Bowl runs from a base elevation of 1,859 m (6,099 ft) to a summit of 2,652 m (8,701 ft), giving a vertical drop of 793 m (2,602 ft).
How big is Bridger Bowl?
Bridger Bowl has 2,000 acres (809 hectares) of skiable terrain, 75 marked runs and 11 lifts.
When is ski season at Bridger Bowl?
Bridger Bowl typically operates from December to March. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
How much snow does Bridger Bowl get in a typical season?
Bridger Bowl averages 300 inches / 762 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
How will El Niño affect Bridger Bowl in winter 2026-27?
El Niño Signal Rank: #344 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier E · strong-event signal -9% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Bridger Bowl averaged -9% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. The honest read: this is the fleet's deepest timing play. The snow still comes — it comes later and leaner, so point your winter 2026-27 trip at the historical late-winter peak, stay flexible on dates, and watch our monthly scorecard. Analog winters: '97-98 -26%, '15-16 -27%, '23-24 +25%. One caveat that always holds: a single storm cycle can beat the climatology.

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