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Lookout Pass Resort Guide
Projected to open November 22, 2026
Best months to book: February, March, January · last season + 30-yr record
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Projected to open Nov 22
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Last Snowfall
Oct 12
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Resort Guide
Lookout Pass is a ski resort located on the Idaho-Montana border, offering a family-friendly atmosphere and a variety of terrain across 1,023 acres. The resort features 52 named runs, three terrain parks, and reliable snowfall, making it suitable for skiers and snowboarders of all abilities. Signature experiences include scenic views from the summit and a historic lodge, while amenities include equipment rentals, lessons, and dining options. Lookout Pass is recognized for its easy access, affordable pricing, and welcoming environment.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Lookout Pass
Lifts
5
Skiable area
1023 ac
Longest run
4 km / 2.5 mi
Share of terrain by difficulty
- Beginner14% of terrain
- Intermediate42% of terrain
- Advanced42% of terrain
- Expert2% of terrain
Lift fleet
- Quad chair2
- Triple chair2
- Double chair1
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
The Loft Pub – A popular après-ski spot at Lookout Pass, The Loft Pub is known for its welcoming atmosphere, hearty comfort food, and selection of local beers, making it a favorite gathering place for skiers to unwind after a day on the slopes.
Season vs Historic
Updated Sat, Oct 17, 12:08 PM UTC
8cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
-99%
vs 5-Year Avg
569cm avg by now
-99%
vs 30-Year Avg
533cm avg by now
569cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
The last completed season totaled ~5.7 cm. That's 99% below the 5-year average (569 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 99% below the 30-year average (533 cm).
Lookout Pass Season Snowfall
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Lookout Pass Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 412cm with an average of 83 snowfall days per season. The recent decade runs 29% above this average (530cm over the last ten tracked seasons). 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 | 59cm | 12 days | 18cm | 40cm | 12cm |
| December | 85cm | 15 days | 58cm | 88cm | 15cm |
| January | 82cm | 15 days | 96cm | 118cm | 14cm |
| February | 69cm | 13 days | 117cm | 136cm | 13cm |
| March | 59cm | 13 days | 128cm | 148cm | 10cm |
| April | 31cm | 8 days | 110cm | 130cm | 7cm |
| May | 8cm | 2 days | 51cm | 89cm | 4cm |
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
54
Best Day
10 Mar
3
Excellent+ Days
Scored 50 or above
9
Powder Days
6cm+ fresh snow
Highest-scoring days
February 2026
- 4724 Feb13cm
- 4525 Feb6cm
- 4122 Feb
March 2026
- 5410 Mar2cm
- 5214 Mar23cm
- 5011 Mar2cm
April 2026
- 323 Apr6cm
- 311 Apr
- 284 Apr
February scored highest for Lookout Pass 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 Nov 22, 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 Lookout Pass
- Where is Lookout Pass?
- Lookout Pass is a ski resort in the United States.
- How high is Lookout Pass?
- Lookout Pass runs from a base elevation of 1,372 m (4,501 ft) to a summit of 1,875 m (6,152 ft), giving a vertical drop of 503 m (1,650 ft).
- How big is Lookout Pass?
- Lookout Pass has 1,023 acres (414 hectares) of skiable terrain, 59 marked runs and 5 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Lookout Pass?
- Lookout Pass 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 Lookout Pass?
- Lookout Pass typically operates from November 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 Lookout Pass get in a typical season?
- Lookout Pass averages 450 inches / 1143 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
