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Alyeska Resort Resort Guide
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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Resort Guide
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.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Alyeska Resort
Lifts
7
Skiable area
1610 ac
Longest run
4.5 km / 2.8 mi
Lift fleet
- Aerial tram1
- High-speed quad2
- Quad chair2
- Double chair1
- Surface lift2
Resort Info
Season dates
Future dates are operator estimates and may change.
Ski passes
Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.
Top Après Ski
The Sitzmark Bar & Grill – A legendary après-ski spot at Alyeska Resort, the Sitzmark is celebrated for its laid-back mountain vibe, live music events, hearty pub fare, and welcoming atmosphere that draws both locals and visitors for post-ski relaxation and entertainment.
Season vs Historic
Updated Mon, Oct 12, 09:00 PM UTC
27cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
-97%
vs 5-Year Avg
787cm avg by now
-97%
vs 30-Year Avg
996cm avg by now
787cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
The last completed season totaled ~23.6 cm. That's 97% below the 5-year average (787 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 98% below the 30-year average (996 cm).
Alyeska Resort Season Snowfall
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Alyeska Resort Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 1,249cm with an average of 135 snowfall days per season. The recent decade runs 27% below this average (909cm 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 | 174cm | 17 days | 140cm | 190cm | 30cm |
| December | 204cm | 19 days | 224cm | 273cm | 38cm |
| January | 185cm | 17 days | 289cm | 331cm | 32cm |
| February | 161cm | 16 days | 340cm | 374cm | 30cm |
| March | 125cm | 14 days | 369cm | 399cm | 24cm |
| April | 128cm | 15 days | 385cm | 414cm | 24cm |
| May | 77cm | 11 days | 352cm | 391cm | 20cm |
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
58
Best Day
7 Mar
2
Excellent+ Days
Scored 50 or above
3
Powder Days
6cm+ fresh snow
Highest-scoring days
February 2026
- 4422 Feb
- 3628 Feb
- 3425 Feb1cm
March 2026
- 587 Mar22cm
- 548 Mar7cm
- 4710 Mar
April 2026
- 4814 Apr
- 4715 Apr
- 4512 Apr
March scored highest for Alyeska Resort 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
Next season(2026-27)
Opens Nov 27, 2026
Through Apr 25, 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 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.
