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Buffalo Ski Center Resort Guide
Projected to open Dec 20
Projected to open December 20, 2026
Best months to book: January, February, December · 30-yr snow record
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Projected to open Dec 20
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Resort Guide
Buffalo Ski Center is located in Colden, New York, and features three ski areas with a variety of terrain suitable for all skill levels. The resort offers 43 trails, multiple lifts, and dedicated learning areas, creating a welcoming atmosphere for families and beginners. Key amenities include a ski school, rental services, and a lodge with dining options. The center is known for its community-oriented environment and focus on accessible, family-friendly skiing experiences.
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Buffalo Ski Center
Lifts
7
Skiable area
300 ac
Resort Info
Season dates
Future dates are operator estimates and may change.
Ski passes
Indy Pass
Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.
Top Après Ski
Check local recommendations for the best après ski spots in Buffalo Ski Center.
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Buffalo Ski Center Season Snowfall
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Buffalo Ski Center Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 156cm with an average of 42 snowfall days per season. The recent decade runs 21% above this average (190cm over the last ten tracked seasons). The table below shows monthly averages across 30 seasons of archive data (modeled snowpack at mid-elevation).
| Month | Avg Snowfall | Snowfall Days | Avg Base Depth | Max Base Depth | Biggest Snowfall |
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| November | 16cm | 4 days | 2cm | 9cm | 5cm |
| December | 35cm | 9 days | 9cm | 21cm | 8cm |
| January | 40cm | 12 days | 17cm | 31cm | 8cm |
| February | 30cm | 8 days | 22cm | 35cm | 8cm |
| March | 23cm | 6 days | 12cm | 27cm | 7cm |
| April | 11cm | 3 days | 1cm | 9cm | 5cm |
| May | 0cm | 0 days | 0cm | 1cm | 1cm |
Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.
Season at a Glance
Next season(2026-27)
Opens Dec 20, 2026
Multi-season averages will appear once SnowSure has tracked more than one full season.
Best Months to Visit
February
Peak Season
January
Peak Season
March
Good
December
Good
Note: Based on typical ski season patterns for this region.
Frequently asked questions about Buffalo Ski Center
- Where is Buffalo Ski Center?
- Buffalo Ski Center is a ski resort in the United States.
- How high is Buffalo Ski Center?
- Buffalo Ski Center runs from a base elevation of 312 m (1,024 ft) to a summit of 453 m (1,486 ft), giving a vertical drop of 141 m (463 ft).
- How big is Buffalo Ski Center?
- Buffalo Ski Center has 300 acres (121 hectares) of skiable terrain, 43 marked runs and 7 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Buffalo Ski Center?
- Buffalo Ski Center is on the Indy Pass. Access terms such as blackout dates and day limits vary by pass tier, so check the pass operator for the current season.
- How much snow does Buffalo Ski Center get in a typical season?
- Buffalo Ski Center averages 52 inches / 132 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
