📷 Bridger Bowl
North America
Bridger Bowl
Projected to open December 18, 2026
Best months to book: February, March, April · last season + 30-yr record
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Projected to open Dec 18 — closed March 21
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
Last Snowfall
Oct 12
todayPast 24 Hours
7cm
Past 48 Hours
16cm
Past 10 Days
17cm
7-Day Forecast
1cm
Snow Depth
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❄ Packed powderBridger Bowl is projected to open December 18, 2026. Here is when it is usually best to book.
Best months to book
- #1February28cm avg · last season 27.7
- #2March30cm avg · last season 25.2
- #3April36cm avg · last season 27.8
Best weeks to book
- #1 8 Mar – 14 Mar · last season 32
- #2 29 Mar – 4 Apr · last season 33.1
- #3 1 Mar – 7 Mar · last season 28.7
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, 10:00 PM UTC
Terrain Open
Projected to open Dec 18
Projected to open December 18, 2026
75 runs · 11 lifts — live counts and the SnowSure™ Score return when the lifts turn.
- Lifts– / 11
- Runs– / 75
Ops signals
- ●Fresh snow + cold temps — good grooming window next 48h
- ●Cold summit temps — snow preservation favorable
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 Bridger Bowl
Bridger Bowl is a community-owned ski area located just outside Bozeman, Montana, offering 2,000 acres of skiable terrain across a variety of runs suitable for all ability levels. The resort is known for its laid-back, authentic atmosphere and abundant light powder, with signature experiences including expert terrain in the Ridge area and extensive backcountry access. Key amenities include multiple lodges, on-mountain dining, ski and snowboard lessons, and a family-friendly environment. Bridger Bowl stands out for its non-profit status, affordable pricing, and strong local character.
Read the full resort guide →Frequently asked questions about Bridger Bowl
- Where is Bridger Bowl?
- Bridger Bowl is a ski resort in the United States.
- How high is Bridger Bowl?
- Bridger Bowl runs from a base elevation of 1,859 m (6,099 ft) to a summit of 2,652 m (8,701 ft), giving a vertical drop of 793 m (2,602 ft).
- How big is Bridger Bowl?
- Bridger Bowl has 2,000 acres (809 hectares) of skiable terrain, 75 marked runs and 11 lifts.
- When is ski season at Bridger Bowl?
- Bridger Bowl 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 Bridger Bowl get in a typical season?
- Bridger Bowl averages 300 inches / 762 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
- How will El Niño affect Bridger Bowl in winter 2026-27?
- El Niño Signal Rank: #344 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier E · strong-event signal -9% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Bridger Bowl averaged -9% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. The honest read: this is the fleet's deepest timing play. The snow still comes — it comes later and leaner, so point your winter 2026-27 trip at the historical late-winter peak, stay flexible on dates, and watch our monthly scorecard. Analog winters: '97-98 -26%, '15-16 -27%, '23-24 +25%. One caveat that always holds: a single storm cycle can beat the climatology.
