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Discovery Ski Area Resort Guide
Projected to open December 7, 2026
Best months to book: March, April, February · last season + 30-yr record
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Projected to open Dec 7 — closed April 5
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
Last Snowfall
Oct 12
todayPast 24 Hours
2cm
Past 48 Hours
10cm
Past 10 Days
13cm
7-Day Forecast
1cm
Snow Depth
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❄ Dry powderResort Guide
Discovery Ski Area is located near Philipsburg, Montana, offering over 2,200 acres of skiable terrain across four distinct mountain faces. The resort features a mix of beginner, intermediate, and expert runs, including challenging steeps and groomed cruisers, with a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere. Key amenities include a full-service lodge, equipment rentals, ski school, and a terrain park, making it suitable for a wide range of visitors. Discovery stands out for its uncrowded slopes, diverse terrain, and scenic views of the Pintler Mountains.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Discovery Ski Area
Lifts
7
Skiable area
2200 ac
Longest run
2.4 km / 1.5 mi
Share of terrain by difficulty
- Beginner20% of terrain
- Intermediate25% of terrain
- Advanced25% of terrain
- Expert30% of terrain
Lift fleet
- Triple chair5
- Double chair2
- Surface lift1
Resort Info
Season dates
Future dates are operator estimates and may change.
Ski passes
Indy Pass
Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.
Top Après Ski
Check local recommendations for the best après ski spots in Discovery Ski Area.
Season vs Historic
Updated Mon, Oct 12, 11:01 PM UTC
13cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
-95%
vs 5-Year Avg
249cm avg by now
-95%
vs 30-Year Avg
240cm avg by now
249cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
The last completed season totaled ~12.5 cm. That's 95% below the 5-year average (249 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 95% below the 30-year average (240 cm).
Discovery Ski Area Season Snowfall
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Discovery Ski Area Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 294cm with an average of 78 snowfall days per season. The table below shows monthly averages across 30 seasons of archive data (modeled snowpack at mid-elevation).
| Month | Avg Snowfall | Snowfall Days | Avg Base Depth | Max Base Depth | Biggest Snowfall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| November | 33cm | 9 days | 14cm | 26cm | 8cm |
| December | 41cm | 11 days | 36cm | 52cm | 8cm |
| January | 35cm | 10 days | 56cm | 67cm | 7cm |
| February | 40cm | 11 days | 71cm | 84cm | 8cm |
| March | 43cm | 11 days | 79cm | 94cm | 8cm |
| April | 41cm | 11 days | 78cm | 92cm | 9cm |
| May | 25cm | 6 days | 44cm | 72cm | 9cm |
Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.
SnowSure Score by Month
Season 2025-26
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No full season on record
42 days scored, from 22 Feb
53
Best Day
11 Mar
1
Excellent+ Days
Scored 50 or above
5
Powder Days
6cm+ fresh snow
Highest-scoring days
February 2026
- 4122 Feb
- 3325 Feb5cm
- 3326 Feb3cm
March 2026
- 5311 Mar
- 476 Mar9cm
- 4710 Mar1cm
April 2026
- 394 Apr1cm
- 383 Apr8cm
- 361 Apr1cm
April scored highest for Discovery Ski Area in 2025-26. Based on 42 days the resort was verified open. One season of scores describes what happened, not what to expect.
Season at a Glance
Next season(2026-27)
Opens Dec 7, 2026
Through Apr 5, 2027
Multi-season averages will appear once SnowSure has tracked more than one full season.
Best Months to Visit
February
Peak Season
January
Peak Season
March
Good
December
Good
Note: Based on typical ski season patterns for this region.
Frequently asked questions about Discovery Ski Area
- Where is Discovery Ski Area?
- Discovery Ski Area is a ski resort in the United States.
- How high is Discovery Ski Area?
- Discovery Ski Area runs from a base elevation of 1,759 m (5,771 ft) to a summit of 2,487 m (8,159 ft), giving a vertical drop of 728 m (2,388 ft).
- How big is Discovery Ski Area?
- Discovery Ski Area has 2,200 acres (890 hectares) of skiable terrain, 74 marked runs and 7 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Discovery Ski Area?
- Discovery Ski Area 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 Discovery Ski Area?
- Discovery Ski Area 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 Discovery Ski Area get in a typical season?
- Discovery Ski Area averages 215 inches / 546 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
