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Snowmass Resort Guide
Opens November 26, 2026
Best months to book: April, February, March · last season + 30-yr record
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Opens Nov 26
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
Last Snowfall
Oct 26
4d agoPast 24 Hours
0cm
Past 48 Hours
0cm
Past 10 Days
27cm
7-Day Forecast
14cm
Snow Depth
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Resort Guide
Snowmass is a premier ski resort located in Snowmass Village, Colorado, offering over 3,300 acres of skiable terrain and a vertical rise of 4,406 feet. The resort is known for its diverse trails suitable for all abilities, family-friendly atmosphere, and vibrant base village with dining, shopping, and après-ski options. Signature experiences include wide-open groomers, terrain parks, and access to the Elk Camp Gondola for on-mountain activities. Snowmass stands out for its expansive slopes, modern amenities, and seamless access to the broader Aspen Snowmass ski area.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Snowmass
Lifts
20
Skiable area
3362 ac
Longest run
8.5 km / 5.3 mi
Share of terrain by difficulty
- Beginner5% of terrain
- Intermediate48% of terrain
- Advanced17% of terrain
- Expert30% of terrain
Lift fleet
- Gondola1
- Pulse gondola1
- High-speed 63
- High-speed quad7
- Quad chair2
- Double chair1
- Surface lift6
Resort Info
Season dates
Opened by Thanksgiving 10 of the last 10 seasons
Ski passes
Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.
Top Après Ski
Venga Venga – A vibrant slopeside cantina renowned for its festive après-ski scene, Venga Venga offers panoramic mountain views, live music, and a lively atmosphere with margaritas and Mexican-inspired fare, making it a favorite gathering spot for Snowmass skiers and riders.
Season vs Historic
Updated Fri, Oct 30, 11:05 PM UTC
28cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
-6%
vs 5-Year Avg
30cm avg by now
+8%
vs 30-Year Avg
26cm avg by now
30cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
This season is at 28.1 cm to date. The last completed season totaled ~28.2 cm. That's 6% below the 5-year average (30 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 8% above the 30-year average (26 cm).
Snowmass Season Snowfall
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Snowmass Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 345cm with an average of 78 snowfall days per season. 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 | 40cm | 9 days | 21cm | 38cm | 11cm |
| December | 51cm | 11 days | 51cm | 73cm | 10cm |
| January | 49cm | 11 days | 80cm | 100cm | 10cm |
| February | 49cm | 12 days | 99cm | 120cm | 10cm |
| March | 50cm | 11 days | 110cm | 129cm | 10cm |
| April | 50cm | 11 days | 112cm | 129cm | 11cm |
| May | 23cm | 5 days | 91cm | 118cm | 7cm |
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
52 days scored, from 22 Feb
54
Best Day
22 Feb
1
Excellent+ Days
Scored 50 or above
3
Powder Days
6cm+ fresh snow
Highest-scoring days
February 2026
- 5422 Feb
- 4023 Feb
- 3824 Feb
March 2026
- 417 Mar9cm
- 346 Mar4cm
- 3412 Mar1cm
April 2026
- 492 Apr24cm
- 423 Apr4cm
- 3815 Apr5cm
February scored highest for Snowmass in 2025-26. Based on 52 days the resort was verified open. One season of scores describes what happened, not what to expect.
Season at a Glance
1 tracked seasonLast completed season(2025-26)
130 days
Nov 27, 2025 → Apr 5, 2026
Next season(2026-27)
Opens Nov 26, 2026
Through Apr 11, 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 Snowmass
- Where is Snowmass?
- Snowmass is a ski resort in the United States.
- How high is Snowmass?
- Snowmass runs from a base elevation of 2,470 m (8,104 ft) to a summit of 3,813 m (12,510 ft), giving a vertical drop of 1,343 m (4,406 ft).
- How big is Snowmass?
- Snowmass has 3,362 acres (1,361 hectares) of skiable terrain, 98 marked runs and 20 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Snowmass?
- Snowmass is on the Ikon Pass and Mountain Collective. 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 Snowmass?
- Snowmass 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 Snowmass get in a typical season?
- Snowmass averages 300 inches / 762 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
