Cataloochee ski resort

📷 Cataloochee

North America

Cataloochee

10

Limited

stable

Closed for Season — closed March 11

Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.

Last Snowfall

Mar 17

Past 24 Hours

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14-Day Forecast

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Snow Depth

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Updated: Apr 12, 6:01 PMWeather at base: 1420m

Resort Guide

Cataloochee Ski Area is located in Maggie Valley, North Carolina, and features 50 acres of skiable terrain with 18 slopes and trails suitable for all ability levels. The resort offers a family-friendly atmosphere, snowmaking coverage on all slopes, and night skiing on select trails. Signature experiences include ski and snowboard lessons, a dedicated snow sports school, and a tubing park, making it a popular destination for both beginners and seasoned skiers in the Southeast. Key amenities include equipment rentals, a base lodge with dining options, and convenient access from nearby cities.

Resort Info

Summit1646m
Base1420m
Vertical740m
Lifts2/5
Runs10/18
Skiable Area50 acres
Avg Snowfall24 inches / 61 cm
CountryUnited States

Top Après Ski

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SnowSure™ ScoreAI
10
Limited
stable

Early season conditions - great for first turns of the year.

Currently, Cataloochee is enjoying clear skies with temperatures at 18°C, which may not be ideal for skiing. With a snow depth of 142cm, conditions are still decent, but the lack of new snow over the past week means the surface might be getting a bit worn. Keep an eye on the weather, as the forecast is uncertain for the next two weeks.

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

Light recent snow - groomed runs recommended.

Forecast

Light snow possible in the forecast.

Historic

Season is performing around average.

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

Snow Summary

1646mECMWF Model

Updated Apr 12, 2026 at 6:12 PM

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Current Conditions

Reported Sun, Apr 12, 06:01 PM UTC

Base

1420m

Temp

19°C

Wind

14.9km/h

Snow Depth

142cm

14-Day Forecast

0.6cm

Mid-Mountain

1533m

Temp

18.3°C

Wind

16km/h

Snow Depth

142cm

14-Day Forecast

0cm

Summit

1646m

Temp

17.5°C

Wind

14.9km/h

Snow Depth

142cm

14-Day Forecast

0.6cm

Lifts Open

2/5
40%

open

Runs Open

10/18

Live Conditions

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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 (1646m)

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10-Day Forecast

Today

12

☁️

17.6°

6.1°

Mon

13

☁️

17.3°

7°

Tue

14

☁️

19.4°

7.2°

Wed

15

☁️

21.2°

7.9°

Thu

16

🌧️

18.5°

7.8°

Fri

17

☁️

20.6°

7.1°

Sat

18

☁️

20.9°

10°

Sun

19

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12.3°

3.4°

Mon

20

☁️

11.8°

0.9°

Tue

21

☁️

12.5°

2°

Summit elevation (1646m) • ECMWF model

Season vs Historic

Updated Sun, Apr 12, 06:01 PM UTC

61cm

Season Total

This Season to Date

+55%

vs 5-Year Avg

39.3cm avg by now

+21%

vs 30-Year Avg

50.5cm avg by now

39.3cm

5-Yr Avg by Now

Over the past five years, average seasonal snowfall has declined compared to the 30-year average, with the 5-year mean at 38.2 cm versus the long-term average of 46.8 cm. The current season's snowfall is slightly above the recent 5-year average (105%) but remains below the 30-year norm (86%), indicating a period of reduced snowfall overall. Notably, the 2021 season was an outlier with significantly higher snowfall (61.7 cm), while other recent years have been well below historical averages, highlighting increased variability and a downward trend in snowfall.

Best Months to Visit

February

Peak Season

January

Peak Season

March

Good

December

Good

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