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Lost Trail Ski Area Resort Guide
Projected to open Dec 11
Projected to open December 11, 2026
Best months to book: March, February, April · 30-yr snow record
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Projected to open Dec 11
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Last Snowfall
Oct 12
5d agoPast 24 Hours
0cm
Past 48 Hours
0cm
Past 10 Days
11cm
7-Day Forecast
1cm
Snow Depth
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Resort Guide
Lost Trail Ski Area is located on the Montana-Idaho border along the Continental Divide, offering a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere with a focus on uncrowded slopes and natural snow. The resort features over 1,800 acres of skiable terrain, 60 marked trails, and a mix of beginner to advanced runs, making it suitable for families and experienced skiers alike. Signature experiences include abundant powder days, scenic views of the Bitterroot Range, and a classic, no-frills mountain environment with essential amenities such as a day lodge, rentals, and ski school.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Lost Trail Ski Area
Lifts
8
Skiable area
1800 ac
Longest run
2.5 km / 1.6 mi
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 Lost Trail Ski Area.
Season vs Historic
Updated Sat, Oct 17, 12:08 PM UTC
11cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
-98%
vs 5-Year Avg
477cm avg by now
-98%
vs 30-Year Avg
490cm avg by now
477cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
The last completed season totaled ~9.5 cm. That's 98% below the 5-year average (477 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 98% below the 30-year average (490 cm).
Lost Trail Ski Area Season Snowfall
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Lost Trail Ski Area Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 303cm with an average of 80 snowfall days per season. The recent decade runs 18% above this average (358cm 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 | 37cm | 9 days | 15cm | 30cm | 8cm |
| December | 50cm | 13 days | 47cm | 67cm | 9cm |
| January | 41cm | 11 days | 73cm | 87cm | 8cm |
| February | 42cm | 11 days | 86cm | 98cm | 8cm |
| March | 43cm | 11 days | 93cm | 107cm | 9cm |
| April | 35cm | 10 days | 88cm | 102cm | 7cm |
| May | 22cm | 6 days | 48cm | 79cm | 7cm |
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 Dec 11, 2026
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 Lost Trail Ski Area
- Where is Lost Trail Ski Area?
- Lost Trail Ski Area is a ski resort in the United States.
- How high is Lost Trail Ski Area?
- Lost Trail Ski Area runs from a base elevation of 1,951 m (6,401 ft) to a summit of 2,499 m (8,199 ft), giving a vertical drop of 548 m (1,798 ft).
- How big is Lost Trail Ski Area?
- Lost Trail Ski Area has 1,800 acres (728 hectares) of skiable terrain, 45 marked runs and 8 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Lost Trail Ski Area?
- Lost Trail 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.
- How much snow does Lost Trail Ski Area get in a typical season?
- Lost Trail Ski Area averages 300 inches / 762 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
