North America
Powder Mountain Resort Guide
Opens December 11, 2026
Best months to book: February, January, March · last season + 30-yr record
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Opens Dec 11
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
Last Snowfall
Oct 28
2d agoPast 24 Hours
0cm
Past 48 Hours
0cm
Past 10 Days
5cm
7-Day Forecast
7cm
Snow Depth
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Resort Guide
Powder Mountain is located in Eden, Utah, and is recognized for its expansive 8,464 acres of skiable terrain, making it one of the largest ski resorts in North America. The resort emphasizes a laid-back, uncrowded atmosphere by limiting daily ticket sales, ensuring guests have access to untracked powder and a genuine mountain experience. Signature experiences include guided snowcat skiing, extensive backcountry access, and a variety of terrain for all ability levels. Key amenities feature multiple mountain lodges, dining options, and a focus on preserving the natural environment and authentic ski culture.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Powder Mountain
Lifts
8
Skiable area
5000 ac
Longest run
5.6 km / 3.5 mi
Lift fleet
- High-speed quad2
- Quad chair3
- Surface lift3
Resort Info
Season dates
Opened by Thanksgiving 0 of 6 seasons on record · last miss 2023-24
Top Après Ski
Powder Keg – This laid-back bar at Powder Mountain is renowned for its welcoming après-ski vibe, live music performances, and a wide selection of craft beers and Asian-inspired pub fare, making it a favorite gathering spot for skiers and snowboarders to unwind after a day on the slopes.
Season vs Historic
Updated Fri, Oct 30, 11:04 PM UTC
4cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
-76%
vs 5-Year Avg
18cm avg by now
-64%
vs 30-Year Avg
12cm avg by now
18cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
This season is at 4.3 cm to date. The last completed season totaled ~4.3 cm. That's 76% below the 5-year average (18 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 64% below the 30-year average (12 cm).
Powder Mountain Season Snowfall
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Powder Mountain Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 273cm with an average of 60 snowfall days per season. The recent decade runs 22% above this average (332cm 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| November | 28cm | 7 days | 7cm | 17cm | 8cm |
| December | 51cm | 10 days | 25cm | 45cm | 12cm |
| January | 50cm | 10 days | 52cm | 69cm | 11cm |
| February | 45cm | 10 days | 64cm | 78cm | 10cm |
| March | 41cm | 10 days | 62cm | 79cm | 9cm |
| April | 30cm | 8 days | 37cm | 57cm | 8cm |
| May | 11cm | 3 days | 6cm | 20cm | 5cm |
Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.
SnowSure Score by Month
Season 2025-26
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No full season on record
47 days scored, from 22 Feb
43
Best Day
3 Apr
0
Excellent+ Days
Scored 50 or above
2
Powder Days
6cm+ fresh snow
Highest-scoring days
February 2026
- 4122 Feb
- 3423 Feb
- 2924 Feb
March 2026
- 373 Mar12cm
- 364 Mar3cm
- 336 Mar6cm
April 2026
- 433 Apr14cm
- 314 Apr
- 267 Apr
February scored highest for Powder Mountain in 2025-26. Based on 47 days the resort was verified open. One season of scores describes what happened, not what to expect.
Season at a Glance
Next season(2026-27)
Opens Dec 11, 2026
Through Apr 12, 2027
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 Powder Mountain
- Where is Powder Mountain?
- Powder Mountain is a ski resort in the United States.
- How high is Powder Mountain?
- Powder Mountain runs from a base elevation of 2,012 m (6,601 ft) to a summit of 2,743 m (8,999 ft), giving a vertical drop of 731 m (2,398 ft).
- How big is Powder Mountain?
- Powder Mountain has 5,000 acres (2,023 hectares) of skiable terrain, 154 marked runs and 8 lifts.
- When is ski season at Powder Mountain?
- Powder 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 Powder Mountain get in a typical season?
- Powder Mountain averages 360 inches / 914 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
