📷 Monarch Mountain
North America
Monarch Mountain
Fair · 2025-26 season average
Closed for the season · average of 56 verified open days
Best months to book: April, March, February · last season + 31-yr record
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Closed for the season — closed April 19
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
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2026–27 season
Fair
2025-26 season average
Monarch Mountain is closed for the season. Last season it averaged 22.7 across 56 verified open days.
April
#1 to book
36cm avg · scored 25.6
March
#2 to book
33cm avg · scored 20.2
February
#3 to book
29cm avg · scored 25.7
Best weeks to book
- #129 Mar – 4 Aprscored 28
- #21 Mar – 7 Marscored 25.3
- #312 Apr – 18 Aprscored 24.3
Ranked on 25% last season's SnowSure score (2025-26) · 75% 31-year snowfall and base-depth record. Last season's strongest fortnight was 31 Mar – 13 Apr. One season describes what happened, not what to expect. The live score returns when the lifts turn.
Current Conditions
Reported Sat, Sep 12, 10:03 PM UTC
Terrain Open
Closed for the season
Season ended April 19, 2026
63 runs · 9 lifts — live counts and the SnowSure™ Score return when the lifts turn.
Days 8–14 and every model are in SnowSure Pro.
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About Monarch Mountain
Monarch Mountain is located in south-central Colorado on the Continental Divide, offering over 800 skiable acres with a variety of terrain suitable for all ability levels. The resort is known for its abundant natural snowfall, laid-back atmosphere, and uncrowded slopes. Key amenities include ski and snowboard rentals, lessons, multiple dining options, and a base lodge. Monarch Mountain stands out for its authentic Colorado ski experience, affordable pricing, and emphasis on natural snow conditions.
Read the full resort guide →Frequently asked questions about Monarch Mountain
- Where is Monarch Mountain?
- Monarch Mountain is a ski resort in the United States.
- How high is Monarch Mountain?
- Monarch Mountain runs from a base elevation of 3,231 m (10,600 ft) to a summit of 3,668 m (12,034 ft), giving a vertical drop of 437 m (1,434 ft).
- How big is Monarch Mountain?
- Monarch Mountain has 1,146 acres (464 hectares) of skiable terrain, 63 marked runs and 9 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Monarch Mountain?
- Monarch Mountain is on the No ski pass found. 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 Monarch Mountain?
- Monarch Mountain 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 Monarch Mountain get in a typical season?
- Monarch Mountain averages 350 inches / 889 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
- How will El Niño affect Monarch Mountain in winter 2026-27?
- El Niño Signal Rank: #155 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier B · strong-event signal +5% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Monarch Mountain averaged +5% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. The pattern has historically leaned mildly in this resort's favor for winter 2026-27. Analog winters: '97-98 -17%, '15-16 -16%, '23-24 +47%. A pattern, not a promise.
