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Dodge Ridge ski resort

North America

Dodge Ridge

Projected to open December 26, 2026

Best months to book: February, January, March · last season + 30-yr record

Projected to open Dec 26 — closed March 22

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Updated: Oct 12, 10:01 PM•Weather at base: 2,011m
SnowSure™ Score2025-26 season
Projected to open Dec 26

Dodge Ridge is projected to open December 26, 2026. Here is when it is usually best to book.

Best months to book: February, January, March. Best weeks: 22 Feb–28 Feb, 1 Mar–7 Mar, 8 Mar–10 Mar.Dec2Jan1Feb3MarOpens 26 DecCloses 22 Mar

Best months to book

  1. #1February118cm avg · last season 28.1
  2. #2January121cm avg
  3. #3March109cm avg · last season 9.1

Best weeks to book

  1. #1 22 Feb – 28 Feb · last season 28.1
  2. #2 1 Mar – 7 Mar · last season 11.9
  3. #3 8 Mar – 10 Mar · last season 8.3

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, 10:01 PM UTC

Terrain Open

Projected to open Dec 26

Projected to open December 26, 2026

67 runs · 10 lifts — live counts and the SnowSure™ Score return when the lifts turn.

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2,591m

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About Dodge Ridge

Dodge Ridge is a ski resort located in the Central Sierra Nevada of California, offering 862 skiable acres and 67 runs across a variety of terrain suitable for all ability levels. The resort features a family-friendly atmosphere, modern chairlifts, a dedicated learning area, and a range of amenities including dining, equipment rentals, and ski school programs. Dodge Ridge is known for its convenient access from the Bay Area and Central Valley, as well as its scenic setting and commitment to providing a welcoming environment for skiers and snowboarders.

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Frequently asked questions about Dodge Ridge

Where is Dodge Ridge?
Dodge Ridge is a ski resort in the United States.
How high is Dodge Ridge?
Dodge Ridge runs from a base elevation of 2,011 m (6,598 ft) to a summit of 2,591 m (8,501 ft), giving a vertical drop of 580 m (1,903 ft).
How big is Dodge Ridge?
Dodge Ridge has 862 acres (349 hectares) of skiable terrain, 67 marked runs and 10 lifts.
Which ski pass covers Dodge Ridge?
Dodge Ridge is on the Indy Pass and Powder Alliance. 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 Dodge Ridge?
Dodge Ridge 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 Dodge Ridge get in a typical season?
Dodge Ridge averages 237 inches / 602 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
How will El Niño affect Dodge Ridge in winter 2026-27?
El Niño Signal Rank: #91 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier A · 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), Dodge Ridge averaged +9% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. The pattern has historically been a friend here. With a record-strength event forecast for winter 2026-27, Dodge Ridge sits on the favorable side of the ledger. Analog winters: '97-98 +22%, '15-16 -10%, '23-24 +15%. A pattern, not a promise.