Bogus Basin ski resort

📷 Bogus Basin

North America

Bogus Basin

44

Good

stable

Closed for Season — closed April 5

Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.

Last Snowfall

Apr 12

today

Past 24 Hours

1.4cm

Past 48 Hours

1.4cm

Past 10 Days

4.1cm

14-Day Forecast

34.7cm

Snow Depth

71cm

🎿

Powder Days

7

this season

Updated: Apr 12, 6:01 PMWeather at base: 1798m

Resort Guide

Bogus Basin is a non-profit ski area located just 16 miles from downtown Boise, Idaho, offering over 2,600 acres of skiable terrain across 90 named runs. The resort features a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere with diverse terrain for all abilities, including night skiing, Nordic trails, and a mountain coaster. Key amenities include multiple lodges, equipment rentals, lessons, and year-round activities, making it a versatile destination for both winter and summer recreation. Its proximity to Boise and community-focused operations distinguish Bogus Basin as a unique and accessible mountain experience.

Resort Info

Summit2347m
Base1798m
Vertical1792m
Lifts6/10
Runs29/92
Skiable Area2600 acres
Avg Snowfall250 inches / 635 cm
CountryUnited States

Top Après Ski

Pioneer Lodge – Known for its welcoming atmosphere and rustic mountain charm, Pioneer Lodge at Bogus Basin is a popular après-ski spot where guests gather for hearty food, local brews, and live music events, making it a favorite for unwinding after a day on the slopes.

SnowSure™ ScoreAI
44
Good
stable

Good conditions - book with confidence.

Currently at Bogus Basin, you're looking at moderate snowfall with a temperature of 2°C. The snow depth sits at a solid 81cm, and while we've only seen 1cm of new snow in the last week, the next 14 days could bring an average of 36cm, keeping things interesting for your skiing plans.

AI-generated summary

This resort is closed for the season. Scores and weather data are still updated for informational purposes.

Depth

Minimal base - conditions are thin.

Recent

No significant recent snowfall.

Forecast

Light snow possible in the forecast.

Historic

Season is performing around average.

Data updated Sun, Apr 12, 06:01 PM UTC

Snow Summary

2347mECMWF Model

Updated Apr 12, 2026 at 6:12 PM

3cm
24h
35cm
Past 10d
14-Day Forecast
3
Prev10d
5.8
Now12
8.8
M13
0.1
T14
7.4
W15
3.4
T16
0.3
F17
S18
Past
Today
Forecast

Snowfall Forecast Maps

Pacific Northwest region

Current Conditions

Reported Sun, Apr 12, 06:01 PM UTC

Freezing Level

2240m

🌡️ Mid-mountain - mixed conditions

Base

1798m

Temp

5.9°C

Wind

14.3km/h

Snow Depth

81cm

14-Day Forecast

29.4cm

Mid-Mountain

2073m

Temp

-0.1°C

Wind

14.1km/h

Snow Depth

76cm

14-Day Forecast

32.7cm

Summit

2347m

Temp

2.4°C

Wind

14.3km/h

Snow Depth

81cm

14-Day Forecast

35.5cm

Lifts Open

6/10
60%

open

Runs Open

29/92

Local Reports

0 reports
SnowSure™ Forecast Range

Daily Snowfall Forecast by Model

Shows daily snowfall predictions from 7 weather models. Black line = SnowSure™ weighted average.

14-Day Snow Forecast by Model

Summit elevation (2347m)

ECMWF
34.7cm
GFS
45.5cm
GEM
64.3cm
JMA
39.1cm
ICON
0cm
Météo-Fr
11cm
SnowSure™
32.4cm

10-Day Forecast

Today

12

❄️

2.4°

-6.8°

5.8cm

Mon

13

❄️

0°

-7.2°

8.8cm

Tue

14

🌧️

2°

-8.3°

0.1cm

Wed

15

❄️

-1.7°

-5.9°

7.4cm

Thu

16

❄️

-5°

-10.3°

3.4cm

Fri

17

❄️

0°

-12.8°

0.3cm

Sat

18

☁️

4.1°

-13°

Sun

19

❄️

8°

-7.9°

0.3cm

Mon

20

❄️

0.5°

-6.6°

3.4cm

Tue

21

❄️

-1.4°

-8.2°

1cm

Summit elevation (2347m) • ECMWF model

Season vs Historic

Updated Sun, Apr 12, 06:01 PM UTC

117.3cm

Season Total

This Season to Date

-48%

vs 5-Year Avg

224.5cm avg by now

-28%

vs 30-Year Avg

164cm avg by now

224.5cm

5-Yr Avg by Now

Snowfall over the past five years has averaged 199.4 cm, significantly exceeding the 30-year average of 151.2 cm, indicating a notable upward trend in recent seasons. The current season's snowfall is 48% higher than the 5-year average and 63% above the 30-year average, marking it as an exceptional outlier. Despite a dip in 2021 and 2020, the overall pattern reflects increased snowfall variability with a pronounced rise in recent years.

Best Months to Visit

February

Peak Season

January

Peak Season

March

Good

December

Good

Note: Based on typical ski season patterns for this region.