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Tier A — Prime El Niño terrain

📷 Eldora Mountain

North America

Eldora Mountain

Closed for the season

Season ended March 29, 2026 · reopens November 27, 2026

Conditions data updated Fri, Aug 28, 09:02 AM UTC · informational only

Closed for the season — closed March 29

Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.

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2026–27 season

Updated: Aug 28, 9:02 AM•Weather at base: 2804m

Overview

Eldora Mountain is a ski resort in North America, United States, currently closed for the season (Season ended March 29, 2026 · reopens November 27, 2026). Conditions last updated 2026-08-28 09:02 UTC.

Resort Guide

Eldora Mountain is located just 21 miles west of Boulder, Colorado, offering 680 acres of skiable terrain with a mix of beginner, intermediate, and advanced runs. The resort features a laid-back, family-friendly atmosphere, convenient access from the Front Range, and amenities such as ski and snowboard lessons, Nordic trails, and a variety of dining options. Eldora is known for its reliable snowmaking, diverse terrain parks, and proximity to urban centers, making it a popular choice for day trips and local skiers.

Resort Info

Summit3231m
Base2804m
Vertical427m
Lifts10
Runs53
Skiable Area680 acres
Average snowfall300 inches / 762 cm
CountryUnited States
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Season dates

Season endedMarch 29, 2026 · reopens November 27, 2026
Projected openingNovember 27, 2026

Future dates are operator estimates and may change.

Ski passes

Ikon Pass

Ikon Pass

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

Top Après Ski

Timber Tap Room – Known for its cozy mountain lodge ambiance and selection of Colorado craft beers, Timber Tap Room is Eldora Mountain’s go-to après-ski spot, offering hearty fare and a welcoming atmosphere perfect for unwinding after a day on the slopes.

Snow Summary

3231mECMWF Model

Updated Aug 28, 2026 at 9:02 AM

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Snowfall Forecast Maps

Rockies & Southwest region

Current Conditions

Reported Fri, Aug 28, 09:02 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

2804m

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9.3°C

Wind

7.6km/h

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3231m

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El Niño Outlook · Winter 2026-27

Eldora Mountain El Niño rank & forecast

Eldora Mountain ranks #97 of 488 SnowSure resorts — Tier A, +9% in strong El Niño winters.

Tier A — Prime El Niño terrain: Historically snowed much more than normal in strong El Niño winters (≥ +8% vs this resort’s own 30-year average).

#97 of 488Tier A — Prime El Niño terrain

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), Eldora Mountain 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, Eldora Mountain sits on the favorable side of the ledger. Analog winters: '97-98 -19%, '15-16 -5%, '23-24 +51%. A pattern, not a promise.

'97-98 −19%'15-16 −5%'23-24 +51%

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 →

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 Eldora 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, 9:02 AM

Hourly Forecast Detail
 
Today
20 / 63mm
Sat, Aug 29
20 / 75.9mm
Sun, Aug 30
17 / 51mm
Mon, Aug 31
14 / 62.7mm
Tue, Sep 1
17 / 30.9mm
Wed, Sep 2
18 / 40.3mm
PeriodAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNight
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Precip (mm)02.50.503.12.800.80.20.41.60.700.80.100.30
Temp (°C)141710131991117911138917710179
Wind (km/h)111071212111620126671012916119
Gusts (km/h)303721353827415631192827333630313932

14-Day Snow Forecast by Model

Summit elevation (3231m)

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10-Day Forecast

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Sat

29

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20.2°

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30

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17.1°

5.4°

23 km/h

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31

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14.4°

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12 km/h

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17.1°

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18 km/h

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18.8°

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5

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19.7°

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14 km/h

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6

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18.7°

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19 km/h

Summit elevation (3231m) • ECMWF model

Avalanche

Off-season — no rating published

Colorado Avalanche Information 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.

Getting There

Drive times & access

Last updated 9:48 AM

3 sensors nearby

Official map ↗

Drive conditions

Caution — Go prepared — roadside sensors show wintery pavement

Pavement looks wintery on a roadside sensor near Eldora Mountain. Nearest roadside sensor (CO-72 044.75 Westbound : 0.7 mile West of Brainard Lake Road Ward, 17.8 km): Above freezing, air 16°C. Pack traction gear even if the chain board is still dark. The resort road status and the official DOT map are authoritative — re-check before you drive.

SnowSure take, grounded in live DOT sensors. Not the resort's road status.

Roadside weather sensors

CO-72 044.75 Westbound : 0.7 mile West of Brainard Lake Road Ward

17.8 km · CDOT

Above freezing

Road surface
15°C
Air
16°C
Wind
3 km/h

Updated 9:48 AM

I-70 MP 235.50 EB : 0.6 miles E of Stanley Rd in Dumont

19.2 km · CDOT

Above freezing

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Updated 6:10 PM

I-70 234.20 Eastbound at Mountain Street Dumont

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Above freezing

Road surface
15°C
Air
15°C
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19 km/h

Updated 9:47 AM

Live highway sensors & cameras within ~30–40 km, via CDOT. Conditions on the drive, not the mountain — the resort's own road status is authoritative. Always re-check before a winter drive.

Season vs Historic

Updated Fri, Aug 28, 09:02 AM UTC

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Off-season · 228cm full-season avg

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Off-season · 185cm full-season avg

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5-Yr Avg by Now

The last completed season totaled ~173.3 cm. That's 24% below the 5-year average (228 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 6% below the 30-year average (185 cm).

Eldora Mountain Snow History

Average annual snowfall is 255cm with an average of 114 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
November23.5cm11 days12cm21cm7cm
December25cm14 days22cm33cm6.6cm
January26.7cm15 days33cm44cm6.5cm
February28.2cm16 days44cm55cm6.4cm
March38.9cm15 days51cm67cm11.8cm
April49.1cm16 days50cm67cm13cm
May30.1cm11 days27cm54cm10.2cm

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 Nov 27, 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 Eldora Mountain, ERA5 season snowfall median was 247 cm (97 in), about 5% above 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

247 cm

10 El Niño winters · 5% above median

All-season median

235 cm

Across 30 ERA5 seasons (2026-27)

PhaseSeasonsMedianp25–p75Recent analogs
El Niñocurrent10247 cm228 cm – 312 cm2023, 2019, 2018, 2015, 2014, 2009
La Niña12214 cm199 cm – 337 cm2022, 2021, 2020, 2017, 2011, 2010
ENSO-neutral8250 cm188 cm – 291 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 Eldora Mountain

Where is Eldora Mountain?
Eldora Mountain is a ski resort in the United States.
How high is Eldora Mountain?
Eldora Mountain runs from a base elevation of 2,804 m (9,199 ft) to a summit of 3,231 m (10,600 ft), giving a vertical drop of 427 m (1,401 ft).
How big is Eldora Mountain?
Eldora Mountain has 680 acres (275 hectares) of skiable terrain, 53 marked runs and 10 lifts.
Which ski pass covers Eldora Mountain?
Eldora Mountain is on the Ikon 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 Eldora Mountain?
Eldora Mountain typically operates from November 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 Eldora Mountain get in a typical season?
Eldora Mountain 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 Eldora Mountain in winter 2026-27?
El Niño Signal Rank: #97 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), Eldora Mountain 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, Eldora Mountain sits on the favorable side of the ledger. Analog winters: '97-98 -19%, '15-16 -5%, '23-24 +51%. A pattern, not a promise.