📷 Black Mountain
North America
Black Mountain
Projected to open Nov 15
Projected to open November 15, 2026
Best months to book: March, February, January · 30-yr snow record
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Projected to open Nov 15
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
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Black Mountain is projected to open November 15, 2026. Here is when it is usually best to book.
Best months to book
- #1March47cm avg
- #2February49cm avg
- #3January46cm avg
Ranked on 30-year snowfall and base-depth record. The live score returns when the lifts turn.
Current Conditions
Reported Mon, Oct 12, 10:00 PM UTC
Terrain Open
Projected to open Nov 15
Projected to open November 15, 2026
61 runs · 5 lifts — live counts and the SnowSure™ Score return when the lifts turn.
- Lifts– / 5
- Runs– / 61
Days 8–14 and every model are in SnowSure Pro.
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Maps
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About Black Mountain
Black Mountain is located in Jackson, New Hampshire, and is recognized for its long-standing tradition as a community-focused, independent ski area since 1935. The resort is known for its accessible and affordable skiing, a welcoming family atmosphere, and its historic status as home to the first overhead ski lift in the United States. Black Mountain stands out for its commitment to preserving the essence of classic, small-scale skiing and fostering a strong sense of community among locals and visitors.
Read the full resort guide →Frequently asked questions about Black Mountain
- Where is Black Mountain?
- Black Mountain is a ski resort in the United States.
- How high is Black Mountain?
- Black Mountain runs from a base elevation of 381 m (1,250 ft) to a summit of 716 m (2,349 ft), giving a vertical drop of 335 m (1,099 ft).
- How big is Black Mountain?
- Black Mountain has 143 acres (58 hectares) of skiable terrain, 61 marked runs and 5 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Black Mountain?
- Black Mountain 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 Black Mountain?
- Black Mountain typically operates from November to May. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
- How much snow does Black Mountain get in a typical season?
- Black Mountain averages 120 inches / 305 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
- How will El Niño affect Black Mountain in winter 2026-27?
- El Niño Signal Rank: #389 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier E · strong-event signal -12% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Black Mountain averaged -12% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. Historically this is a timing play rather than a reason to stay home: aim for late winter (February–March) in winter 2026-27. Analog winters: '97-98 +1%, '15-16 -49%, '23-24 +11%. A pattern, not a promise.
