📷 Alyeska Resort
North America
Alyeska Resort
Projected to open November 27, 2026
Best months to book: April, March, February · last season + 30-yr record
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Projected to open Nov 27 — closed April 25
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
Last Snowfall
Oct 12
todayPast 24 Hours
1cm
Past 48 Hours
5cm
Past 10 Days
30cm
7-Day Forecast
34cm
Snow Depth
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Alyeska Resort is projected to open November 27, 2026. Here is when it is usually best to book.
Best months to book
- #1April128cm avg · last season 37.5
- #2March125cm avg · last season 39.7
- #3February161cm avg · last season 33
Best weeks to book
- #1 12 Apr – 15 Apr · last season 45.3
- #2 8 Mar – 14 Mar · last season 44.6
- #3 15 Mar – 21 Mar · last season 40.6
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 Mon, Oct 12, 08:00 PM UTC
Terrain Open
Projected to open Nov 27
Projected to open November 27, 2026
76 runs · 7 lifts — live counts and the SnowSure™ Score return when the lifts turn.
- Lifts– / 7
- Runs– / 76
Ops signals
- ●Fresh snow + cold temps — good grooming window next 48h
Days 8–14 and every model are in SnowSure Pro.
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Maps
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Webcams & Proof of Powder
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About Alyeska Resort
Alyeska Resort is located in Girdwood, Alaska, surrounded by the Chugach Mountains and offering over 1,600 skiable acres with a vertical rise of 2,500 feet. The resort features diverse terrain for all abilities, a modern aerial tram, and panoramic views of Turnagain Arm and surrounding glaciers. Signature experiences include night skiing, heli-skiing, and access to Nordic trails, while amenities range from a full-service hotel and spa to multiple dining options. Alyeska stands out for its unique northern location, abundant snowfall, and dramatic Alaskan scenery.
Read the full resort guide →Frequently asked questions about Alyeska Resort
- Where is Alyeska Resort?
- Alyeska Resort is a ski resort in the United States.
- How high is Alyeska Resort?
- Alyeska Resort runs from a base elevation of 76 m (249 ft) to a summit of 1,201 m (3,940 ft), giving a vertical drop of 1,125 m (3,691 ft).
- How big is Alyeska Resort?
- Alyeska Resort has 1,610 acres (652 hectares) of skiable terrain, 76 marked runs and 7 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Alyeska Resort?
- Alyeska Resort 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 Alyeska Resort?
- Alyeska Resort 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 Alyeska Resort get in a typical season?
- Alyeska Resort averages 669 inches / 1700 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
- How will El Niño affect Alyeska Resort in winter 2026-27?
- El Niño Signal Rank: #18 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier A · strong-event signal +20% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Alyeska Resort averaged +20% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline — one of the strongest positive El Niño signals we track. With NOAA forecasting a potentially record event for winter 2026-27, history says this is the winter to book Alyeska Resort with confidence. Individual analog winters: '97-98 +44%, '15-16 +45%, '23-24 -29%. A lean, not a law — but the lean is firmly up.
