📷 Big Powderhorn Mountain Resort
North America
Big Powderhorn Mountain Resort
Off-season
Last season ended March 28, 2026
Conditions data updated Fri, Aug 21, 03:02 PM UTC · informational only
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Off-season — closed March 28
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Overview
Big Powderhorn Mountain Resort is a ski resort in North America, United States, currently closed for the season (Last season ended March 28, 2026). Conditions last updated 2026-08-21 15:02 UTC.
Resort Guide
Big Powderhorn Mountain Resort is located in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula near Bessemer and offers 45 trails across 253 skiable acres, catering to all ability levels. The resort features a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere, two mountain lodges, and a variety of terrain from gentle slopes to challenging runs. Signature experiences include scenic views of the surrounding Northwoods and convenient slope-side lodging options. Key amenities include ski and snowboard rentals, lessons, and multiple dining venues.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Big Powderhorn Mountain Resort
Lifts
11
Skiable area
253 ac
Resort Info
Season dates
Ski passes
Indy Pass
Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.
Top Après Ski
Caribou Lodge – Known for its welcoming atmosphere and rustic charm, Caribou Lodge is the go-to après-ski spot at Big Powderhorn Mountain Resort, offering hearty food, craft beers, and live entertainment that draws both locals and visitors for a relaxed yet lively end to a day on the slopes.
Snow Summary
Updated Aug 21, 2026 at 3:02 PM
Historical data from Open-Meteo archive • Forecast from ECMWF IFS model
Snowfall Forecast Maps
Great Lakes & Midwest region
Current Conditions
Reported Fri, Aug 21, 03:02 PM UTC
Base
372m
Temp
19.2°C
Wind
7.3km/h
Snow Depth
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14-Day Forecast
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Mid-Mountain
470m
Temp
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Wind
8km/h
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Summit
568m
Temp
17.9°C
Wind
7.3km/h
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Live Conditions
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Local Reports
0 reportsDaily Snowfall Forecast by Model
Black line = verified SnowSure™ blend (not a simple average). Weights update weekly from measured snowfall at SNOTEL stations and resort reports.
SnowSure™ blend — verified model weighting
The black line is not a simple average. For Big Powderhorn Mountain Resort (rockies), we combine seven global weather models using weights learned from daily forecast verification — comparing each model's prediction to measured snowfall (SNOTEL, resort reports, ERA5).
- 1.Horizon buckets: days 1–3, 4–7, and 8–14 each get separate weights — short-range skill differs from long-range.
- 2.Regional calibration: weights come from verified error in this geography (Rockies, Alps, Japan, etc.), recalculated weekly.
- 3.Ground truth only: we never grade a forecast against another model — only against measured snow.
Building verification history for this resort.
How we verify forecasts →Hourly Forecast Detail
AM / PM / Night breakdown with wind and freezing level
NWP models refresh up to 4× daily · Last synced Aug 21, 3:02 PM
Today 18 / 148.6mm | Sat, Aug 22 18 / 141.8mm | Sun, Aug 23 16 / 90.3mm | Mon, Aug 24 19 / 70.6mm | Tue, Aug 25 26 / 117.8mm | Wed, Aug 26 21 / 153.6mm | |||||||||||||
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| Period | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night |
| Snow (cm) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Precip (mm) | 0.7 | 1.1 | 6.8 | 0.9 | 0.5 | 0.4 | 0.2 | 0 | 0.1 | 0 | 0 | 0.6 | 0 | 0.6 | 7.2 | 0.7 | 2.2 | 0.7 |
| Temp (°C) | 16 | 18 | 15 | 15 | 18 | 15 | 13 | 16 | 12 | 12 | 18 | 11 | 16 | 25 | 14 | 17 | 19 | 16 |
| Wind (km/h) | 10 | 13 | 11 | 13 | 15 | 11 | 10 | 12 | 6 | 6 | 7 | 7 | 13 | 16 | 12 | 11 | 16 | 15 |
| Gusts (km/h) | 24 | 31 | 24 | 29 | 38 | 23 | 22 | 33 | 13 | 15 | 22 | 15 | 33 | 46 | 34 | 31 | 37 | 32 |
14-Day Snow Forecast by Model
Summit elevation (568m)
10-Day Forecast
Today
21
🌧️
18.4°
13.7°
16 km/h
Sat
22
🌧️
18.4°
13.7°
16 km/h
Sun
23
🌧️
15.9°
8.6°
14 km/h
Mon
24
🌧️
19°
6.8°
9 km/h
Tue
25
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25.8°
10.6°
21 km/h
Wed
26
🌧️
21°
15.4°
21 km/h
Thu
27
🌧️
18.7°
14.3°
13 km/h
Fri
28
🌧️
19.1°
13.1°
12 km/h
Sat
29
☁️
23.7°
9.6°
12 km/h
Sun
30
🌧️
24.2°
15.6°
15 km/h
Summit elevation (568m) • ECMWF model
Season vs Historic
Updated Fri, Aug 21, 03:02 PM UTC
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Season Total
This Season to Date
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vs 5-Year Avg
Off-season · 207cm full-season avg
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vs 30-Year Avg
Off-season · 173cm full-season avg
207cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
Big Powderhorn Mountain Resort Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 190cm with an average of 99 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 |
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| November | 28.9cm | 14 days | 6cm | 16cm | 9.3cm |
| December | 39.4cm | 20 days | 23cm | 37cm | 9.1cm |
| January | 32.7cm | 21 days | 43cm | 54cm | 6.7cm |
| February | 26.8cm | 16 days | 51cm | 63cm | 6.7cm |
| March | 27.2cm | 14 days | 42cm | 58cm | 8.4cm |
| April | 24.5cm | 9 days | 18cm | 38cm | 8.5cm |
| May | 4.5cm | 1 days | 1cm | 12cm | 5cm |
Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.
Season at a Glance
Next season(2026-27)
Opens Dec 26, 2026
Through Mar 28, 2027
Multi-season averages will appear once SnowSure has tracked more than one full season.
ENSO seasonal analog
History · not a forecastIn 10 past El Niño winters at Big Powderhorn Mountain Resort, ERA5 season snowfall median was 156 cm (61 in), about 15% below this resort’s long-term median. This is a historical analog from reanalysis — not a prediction of this winter’s storm track.
Prevailing ONI
El Niño
MJJ 2026 · ANOM +1.39°C
Analog season median
156 cm
10 El Niño winters · 15% below median
All-season median
185 cm
Across 30 ERA5 seasons (2026-27)
| Phase | Seasons | Median | p25–p75 | Recent analogs |
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| El Niñocurrent | 10 | 156 cm | 125 cm – 198 cm | 2023, 2019, 2018, 2015, 2014, 2009 |
| La Niña | 12 | 171 cm | 146 cm – 200 cm | 2022, 2021, 2020, 2017, 2011, 2010 |
| ENSO-neutral | 8 | 224 cm | 194 cm – 234 cm | 2025, 2024, 2016, 2013, 2012, 2003 |
Season snowfall from Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis (~9 km). ENSO phase from NOAA CPC Oceanic Niño Index. Relative phase differences are more trustworthy than absolute cm totals. Source: NOAA CPC Oceanic Niño Index + Open-Meteo ERA5 via SnowSure season archive.
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 Big Powderhorn Mountain Resort
- Where is Big Powderhorn Mountain Resort?
- Big Powderhorn Mountain Resort is a ski resort in the United States.
- How high is Big Powderhorn Mountain Resort?
- Big Powderhorn Mountain Resort runs from a base elevation of 372 m (1,220 ft) to a summit of 568 m (1,864 ft), giving a vertical drop of 196 m (643 ft).
- How big is Big Powderhorn Mountain Resort?
- Big Powderhorn Mountain Resort has 253 acres (102 hectares) of skiable terrain, 45 marked runs and 11 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Big Powderhorn Mountain Resort?
- Big Powderhorn Mountain Resort is on the Indy 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 Big Powderhorn Mountain Resort?
- Big Powderhorn Mountain Resort typically operates from December to March. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
- How much snow does Big Powderhorn Mountain Resort get in a typical season?
- Big Powderhorn Mountain Resort averages 214 inches / 544 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
