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Hudson Bay Mountain ski resort

North America

Hudson Bay Mountain

Opens December 5, 2026

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

Opens Dec 5

Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.

Last Snowfall

Oct 28

2d ago

Past 24 Hours

0cm

Past 48 Hours

1cm

Past 10 Days

3cm

7-Day Forecast

13cm

Snow Depth

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Updated: Oct 30, 9:06 PM•Weather at base: 1,220m
SnowSure™ Score2025-26 season
Opens Dec 5

Hudson Bay Mountain opens December 5, 2026. Here is when it is usually best to book.

Best months to book: January, March, February. Best weeks: 15 Mar–21 Mar, 22 Mar–28 Mar, 8 Mar–14 Mar.Dec1Jan3Feb2MarAprOpens 5 DecCloses 11 Apr

Best months to book

  1. #1January74cm avg
  2. #2March51cm avg · last season 42.7
  3. #3February50cm avg · last season 39.4

Best weeks to book

  1. #1 15 Mar – 21 Mar · last season 47.4
  2. #2 22 Mar – 28 Mar · last season 44.7
  3. #3 8 Mar – 14 Mar · last season 42.9

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, 09:06 PM UTC

Terrain

Opens Dec 5

Opens December 5, 2026

44 runs · 4 lifts — live counts and the SnowSure™ Score return when the lifts turn.

Ops signals

  • ●Cold summit temps — snow preservation favorable

Snow Summary

Updated Oct 30 at 9:06 PM

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Today
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Freezing line
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 (1,435m) reached us: past snow shown is the model's estimate at the summit.

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Hudson Bay Mountain

About Hudson Bay Mountain

Hudson Bay Mountain is located near Smithers, British Columbia, offering over 700 acres of skiable terrain with a variety of runs suitable for all abilities. The resort features a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere, panoramic views of the Bulkley Valley, and reliable snowfall throughout the season. Key amenities include a day lodge, equipment rentals, ski school, and terrain parks, with the unique experience of ski-in access to the town of Smithers via the Rotary Community Trail. Hudson Bay Mountain stands out for its uncrowded slopes, welcoming community, and scenic alpine setting.

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Frequently asked questions about Hudson Bay Mountain

Where is Hudson Bay Mountain?
Hudson Bay Mountain is a ski resort in Canada.
How high is Hudson Bay Mountain?
Hudson Bay Mountain runs from a base elevation of 1,220 m (4,003 ft) to a summit of 1,650 m (5,413 ft), giving a vertical drop of 430 m (1,411 ft).
How big is Hudson Bay Mountain?
Hudson Bay Mountain has 700 acres (283 hectares) of skiable terrain, 44 marked runs and 4 lifts.
Which ski pass covers Hudson Bay Mountain?
Hudson Bay Mountain 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.
When is ski season at Hudson Bay Mountain?
Hudson Bay Mountain typically operates from December to April. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
How much snow does Hudson Bay Mountain get in a typical season?
Hudson Bay Mountain averages 157 inches / 400 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
How will El Niño affect Hudson Bay Mountain in winter 2026-27?
El Niño Signal Rank: #456 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier E · strong-event signal -21% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Hudson Bay Mountain averaged -21% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. Historically this is a timing play rather than a reason to stay home: aim for late winter (February–March) in winter 2026-27. Analog winters: '97-98 -12%, '15-16 -34%, '23-24 -17%. A pattern, not a promise.