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Bridger Bowl ski resort
Tier E — Deep timing play — aim late winter

📷 Bridger Bowl

North America

Bridger Bowl

Off-season

Last season ended March 21, 2026

Conditions data updated Fri, Aug 28, 09:01 AM UTC · informational only

Off-season — closed March 21

Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.

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2026–27 season

Updated: Aug 28, 9:01 AM•Weather at base: 1859m

Overview

Bridger Bowl is a ski resort in North America, United States, currently closed for the season (Last season ended March 21, 2026). Conditions last updated 2026-08-28 09:01 UTC.

Resort Guide

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.

Resort Info

Summit2652m
Base1859m
Vertical793m
Lifts11
Runs75
Skiable Area2000 acres
Average snowfall300 inches / 762 cm
CountryUnited States
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Season dates

Last season endedMarch 21, 2026
Projected openingDecember 18, 2026

Ski passes

No ski pass found

Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.

Top Après Ski

Jimmy B’s Bar & Grill – A popular après-ski spot at Bridger Bowl, Jimmy B’s is known for its relaxed atmosphere, hearty pub fare, and local Montana brews, making it a favorite gathering place for skiers to unwind and share stories after a day on the slopes.

Snow Summary

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Snowfall Forecast Maps

Northern Rockies & Canadian Rockies region

Current Conditions

Reported Fri, Aug 28, 09:01 AM UTC

Depth by source

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The headline depth uses the most trusted available source. We show every reading so you can judge for yourself.

Base

1859m

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16.1°C

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1.8km/h

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El Niño Outlook · Winter 2026-27

Bridger Bowl El Niño rank & forecast

Bridger Bowl ranks #344 of 488 SnowSure resorts — Tier E, −9% in strong El Niño winters.

Tier E — Deep timing play — aim late winter: Strong El Niño winters ran clearly below this resort’s own baseline (≤ −8%). Still skiable — schedule late season; one storm cycle can beat the climatology.

#344 of 488Tier E — Deep timing play — aim late winter

Strong-event signal: −9% vs this resort's 30-yr avg

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.

'97-98 −27%'15-16 −27%'23-24 +25%

Signal = average snowfall in the three strongest El Niño winters since 1996 ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24) vs this resort's own 30-year ERA5 baseline. n=3 — a lean, not a law. Updated monthly against measured snowfall Dec–Mar.

Full El Niño report →

Live Conditions

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Resort Webcam

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Local Reports

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SnowSure™ Forecast Range

Daily 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 Bridger Bowl (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 28, 9:01 AM

Hourly Forecast Detail
 
Today
18 / 90.4mm
Sat, Aug 29
17 / 52.5mm
Sun, Aug 30
12 / 22.5mm
Mon, Aug 31
17 / 3
Tue, Sep 1
19 / 4
Wed, Sep 2
16 / 5
PeriodAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNight
Snow (cm)000000000000000000
Precip (mm)000.401.41.10.801.7000000000
Temp (°C)121712101683106615791889159
Wind (km/h)6863855135283395586
Gusts (km/h)162519122714254218102819133026304035

14-Day Snow Forecast by Model

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10-Day Forecast

Today

28

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17.9°

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Sat

29

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16.9°

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12 km/h

Sun

30

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12.2°

2.2°

14 km/h

Mon

31

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16.6°

3.2°

9 km/h

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11 km/h

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15.5°

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11 km/h

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19.3°

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4

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20°

5.3°

16 km/h

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5

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9.4°

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6

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10.5°

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15 km/h

Summit elevation (2652m) • ECMWF model

Avalanche

Off-season — no rating published

Gallatin NF Avalanche Center

Watch for signs of unstable snow such as recent avalanches, cracking in the snow, and audible collapsing. Avoid traveling on or under similar slopes.

Read the official bulletin ↗

SnowSure relays the official avalanche bulletin and does not issue avalanche forecasts. Read the full bulletin at the issuer’s link and make your own terrain decisions. Not a substitute for avalanche education, equipment, or local knowledge.

Season vs Historic

Updated Fri, Aug 28, 09:01 AM UTC

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Off-season · 172cm full-season avg

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Off-season · 159cm full-season avg

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5-Yr Avg by Now

The last completed season totaled ~184 cm. That's 7% above the 5-year average (172 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 16% above the 30-year average (159 cm).

Bridger Bowl Snow History

Average annual snowfall is 209cm with an average of 111 snowfall days per season. The table below shows monthly averages across 30 seasons of archive data (modeled snowpack at mid-elevation).

Average monthly snowfall history
MonthAvg SnowfallSnowfall DaysAvg Base DepthMax Base DepthBiggest Snowfall
November23.1cm13 days10cm19cm6.6cm
December26.2cm17 days25cm38cm5.8cm
January22.9cm17 days42cm52cm5.5cm
February27.8cm16 days54cm64cm5.7cm
March29.5cm16 days54cm65cm6.9cm
April36.1cm14 days38cm55cm8.9cm
May16.7cm7 days8cm26cm7.2cm

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 18, 2026

Through Mar 21, 2027

Multi-season averages will appear once SnowSure has tracked more than one full season.

ENSO seasonal analog

History · not a forecast

In 10 past El Niño winters at Bridger Bowl, ERA5 season snowfall median was 189 cm (74 in), about 10% 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

189 cm

10 El Niño winters · 10% below median

All-season median

210 cm

Across 30 ERA5 seasons (2026-27)

PhaseSeasonsMedianp25–p75Recent analogs
El Niñocurrent10189 cm156 cm – 231 cm2023, 2019, 2018, 2015, 2014, 2009
La Niña12213 cm173 cm – 242 cm2022, 2021, 2020, 2017, 2011, 2010
ENSO-neutral8234 cm157 cm – 255 cm2025, 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

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March

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December

Good

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

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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.
Which ski pass covers Bridger Bowl?
Bridger Bowl is on the No ski pass found. 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 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.