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Brundage Mountain ski resort
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Tier D — Late bloomer — aim Feb–Mar

📷 Brundage Mountain

North America

Brundage Mountain

Closed for the season

Season ended April 5, 2026

Conditions data updated Fri, Aug 28, 10:01 AM UTC · informational only

Closed for the season — closed April 5

Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.

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2026–27 season

Updated: Aug 28, 10:01 AM•Weather at base: 1737m

Overview

Brundage Mountain is a ski resort in North America, United States, currently closed for the season (Season ended April 5, 2026). Conditions last updated 2026-08-28 10:01 UTC.

Resort Guide

Brundage Mountain is located in central Idaho near McCall and is known for its wide variety of terrain and abundant natural snowfall. The resort features over 1,900 acres of lift-served terrain, including groomed runs, glades, and renowned powder-filled backcountry areas accessible via guided SnowCat trips. Brundage offers a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere with modern amenities such as a base lodge, dining options, and ski and snowboard lessons. Its signature experiences include uncrowded slopes and exceptional off-piste skiing, making it a standout destination for both intermediate and advanced skiers.

Resort Info

Summit2317m
Base1737m
Vertical580m
Lifts6
Runs70
Skiable Area1920 acres
Average snowfall320 inches / 813 cm
CountryUnited States
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Season dates

Season endedApril 5, 2026
Projected openingDecember 20, 2026

Future dates are operator estimates and may change.

Ski passes

Indy Pass

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

Top Après Ski

Smoky's Bar & Grill – Located at the base of Brundage Mountain, Smoky's is renowned for its cozy lodge atmosphere, hearty comfort food, and welcoming après-ski scene, making it a favorite spot for skiers to unwind with local brews and mountain views after a day on the slopes.

Snow Summary

2317mECMWF Model

Updated Aug 28, 2026 at 10:01 AM

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Snowfall Forecast Maps

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Current Conditions

Reported Fri, Aug 28, 10:01 AM UTC

Depth by source

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

Base

1737m

Temp

10.8°C

Wind

4.2km/h

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2027m

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2317m

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8.6°C

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El Niño Outlook · Winter 2026-27

Brundage Mountain El Niño rank & forecast

Brundage Mountain ranks #308 of 488 SnowSure resorts — Tier D, −7% in strong El Niño winters.

Tier D — Late bloomer — aim Feb–Mar: Often a bit lighter early (−3% to −8% vs normal). History favors waiting for peak-depth months (often Feb–Mar) rather than skipping the resort.

#308 of 488Tier D — Late bloomer — aim Feb–Mar

Strong-event signal: −7% vs this resort's 30-yr avg

In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Brundage Mountain averaged -7% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. Not a warning — a scheduling note. El Niño winters here tend to start slower and reward the late-winter core, when the base peaks and the El Niño headlines have pushed the crowds elsewhere. Aim February–March for winter 2026-27. Analog winters: '97-98 -5%, '15-16 -8%, '23-24 -7%.

'97-98 −5%'15-16 −8%'23-24 −7%

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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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 Brundage Mountain (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, 10:01 AM

Hourly Forecast Detail
 
Today
19 / 80.3mm
Sat, Aug 29
15 / 61.5mm
Sun, Aug 30
14 / 1
Mon, Aug 31
19 / 6
Tue, Sep 1
17 / 83.9mm
Wed, Sep 2
12 / 42.4mm
PeriodAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNight
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Precip (mm)00.300.40.90.200000003.40.50.801.6
Temp (°C)13181212141051361018101315106118
Wind (km/h)3164102174114411258410177
Gusts (km/h)124419325929153316123624224345324941

14-Day Snow Forecast by Model

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10-Day Forecast

Today

28

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19.1°

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19 km/h

Sat

29

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15.1°

5.6°

24 km/h

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30

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13.8°

1.3°

12 km/h

Mon

31

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18.6°

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11 km/h

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17.4°

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12 km/h

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11.7°

4.1°

19 km/h

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14.3°

5.9°

16 km/h

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4

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13°

3.5°

0.1cm

17 km/h

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5

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5°

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6

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13.7°

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Summit elevation (2317m) • ECMWF model

Avalanche

Off-season — no rating published

Payette 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, 10:01 AM UTC

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Off-season · 424cm full-season avg

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5-Yr Avg by Now

The last completed season totaled ~468.3 cm. That's near the 5-year average (473 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 10% above the 30-year average (424 cm).

Brundage Mountain Snow History

Average annual snowfall is 431cm with an average of 124 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
November55.2cm16 days20cm41cm12.3cm
December90.9cm20 days62cm91cm14.9cm
January77.4cm19 days98cm119cm12.5cm
February71.6cm18 days119cm137cm12.9cm
March63.9cm18 days131cm151cm11.3cm
April34.8cm15 days124cm142cm7.7cm
May15cm7 days76cm110cm5.8cm

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 20, 2026

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 Brundage Mountain, ERA5 season snowfall median was 398 cm (157 in), about 4% 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

398 cm

10 El Niño winters · 4% below median

All-season median

414 cm

Across 30 ERA5 seasons (2026-27)

PhaseSeasonsMedianp25–p75Recent analogs
El Niñocurrent10398 cm342 cm – 418 cm2023, 2019, 2018, 2015, 2014, 2009
La Niña12471 cm398 cm – 530 cm2022, 2021, 2020, 2017, 2011, 2010
ENSO-neutral8411 cm396 cm – 495 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

January

Peak Season

March

Good

December

Good

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

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Frequently asked questions about Brundage Mountain

Where is Brundage Mountain?
Brundage Mountain is a ski resort in the United States.
How high is Brundage Mountain?
Brundage Mountain runs from a base elevation of 1,737 m (5,699 ft) to a summit of 2,317 m (7,602 ft), giving a vertical drop of 580 m (1,903 ft).
How big is Brundage Mountain?
Brundage Mountain has 1,920 acres (777 hectares) of skiable terrain, 70 marked runs and 6 lifts.
Which ski pass covers Brundage Mountain?
Brundage 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 Brundage Mountain?
Brundage Mountain typically operates from December to April. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
How much snow does Brundage Mountain get in a typical season?
Brundage Mountain averages 320 inches / 813 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
How will El Niño affect Brundage Mountain in winter 2026-27?
El Niño Signal Rank: #308 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier D · strong-event signal -7% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Brundage Mountain averaged -7% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. Not a warning — a scheduling note. El Niño winters here tend to start slower and reward the late-winter core, when the base peaks and the El Niño headlines have pushed the crowds elsewhere. Aim February–March for winter 2026-27. Analog winters: '97-98 -5%, '15-16 -8%, '23-24 -7%.