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Schweitzer Mountain Resort Guide
Opens November 27, 2026
Best months to book: January, February, March · last season + 30-yr record
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Opens Nov 27
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
Last Snowfall
Oct 30
todayPast 24 Hours
2cm
Past 48 Hours
2cm
Past 10 Days
2cm
7-Day Forecast
1cm
Snow Depth
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Resort Guide
Schweitzer Mountain is located in the Selkirk Mountains of northern Idaho, offering 2,900 acres of skiable terrain and 92 named runs. The resort features a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere with a mix of open bowls, gladed tree skiing, and groomed trails suitable for all abilities. Signature experiences include panoramic views of Lake Pend Oreille, a modern village with dining and lodging, and a variety of winter activities such as Nordic skiing and snowshoeing. Schweitzer stands out for its expansive terrain, uncrowded slopes, and scenic mountain setting.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Schweitzer Mountain
Lifts
10
Skiable area
2900 ac
Longest run
3.4 km / 2.1 mi
Share of terrain by difficulty
- Beginner10% of terrain
- Intermediate40% of terrain
- Advanced35% of terrain
- Expert15% of terrain
Lift fleet
- High-speed 61
- High-speed quad4
- Triple chair2
- Double chair1
- Surface lift2
Resort Info
Season dates
Opened by Thanksgiving 3 of the last 10 seasons · last miss 2025-26
Ski passes
Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.
Top Après Ski
Taps Lounge – Known for its panoramic mountain views, live music, and welcoming atmosphere, Taps Lounge is Schweitzer Mountain’s signature après-ski spot, offering craft beers, cocktails, and a lively social scene perfect for unwinding after a day on the slopes.
Season vs Historic
Updated Fri, Oct 30, 10:06 PM UTC
18cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
-8%
vs 5-Year Avg
20cm avg by now
+161%
vs 30-Year Avg
7cm avg by now
20cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
This season is at 18.3 cm to date. The last completed season totaled ~18.4 cm. That's 8% below the 5-year average (20 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 163% above the 30-year average (7 cm).
Schweitzer Mountain Season Snowfall
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Schweitzer Mountain Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 308cm with an average of 62 snowfall days per season. The recent decade runs 43% above this average (439cm 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 | 44cm | 8 days | 9cm | 26cm | 10cm |
| December | 72cm | 14 days | 40cm | 67cm | 13cm |
| January | 69cm | 13 days | 73cm | 95cm | 13cm |
| February | 46cm | 10 days | 84cm | 99cm | 11cm |
| March | 43cm | 10 days | 82cm | 101cm | 9cm |
| April | 20cm | 5 days | 48cm | 72cm | 7cm |
| May | 3cm | 1 days | 8cm | 30cm | 3cm |
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
49 days scored, from 22 Feb
43
Best Day
14 Mar
0
Excellent+ Days
Scored 50 or above
0
Powder Days
6cm+ fresh snow
Highest-scoring days
February 2026
- 4122 Feb
- 3624 Feb4cm
- 3323 Feb1cm
March 2026
- 4314 Mar5cm
- 4115 Mar2cm
- 3916 Mar1cm
April 2026
- 362 Apr5cm
- 313 Apr
- 281 Apr
February scored highest for Schweitzer Mountain in 2025-26. Based on 49 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 Nov 27, 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 Schweitzer Mountain
- Where is Schweitzer Mountain?
- Schweitzer Mountain is a ski resort in the United States.
- How high is Schweitzer Mountain?
- Schweitzer Mountain runs from a base elevation of 1,158 m (3,799 ft) to a summit of 1,920 m (6,299 ft), giving a vertical drop of 762 m (2,500 ft).
- How big is Schweitzer Mountain?
- Schweitzer Mountain has 2,900 acres (1,174 hectares) of skiable terrain, 92 marked runs and 10 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Schweitzer Mountain?
- Schweitzer Mountain is on the Ikon 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 Schweitzer Mountain?
- Schweitzer Mountain typically operates from November 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 Schweitzer Mountain get in a typical season?
- Schweitzer Mountain averages 300 inches / 762 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
