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Montana Snowbowl Resort Guide
Projected to open Dec 4
Projected to open December 4, 2026
Best months to book: February, March, January · 30-yr snow record
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Projected to open Dec 4
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Last Snowfall
Oct 12
5d agoPast 24 Hours
0cm
Past 48 Hours
0cm
Past 10 Days
23cm
7-Day Forecast
2cm
Snow Depth
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Resort Guide
Montana Snowbowl is located just minutes from Missoula, Montana, and features over 2,600 vertical feet of terrain across a variety of runs suited for intermediate and advanced skiers. The resort is known for its challenging slopes, deep powder, and laid-back, authentic atmosphere. Key amenities include on-mountain dining, a historic lodge, and access to tree skiing and bowls that highlight the rugged beauty of the Lolo National Forest.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Montana Snowbowl
Lifts
6
Skiable area
2200 ac
Longest run
4.8 km / 3 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
The Last Run Inn – A beloved après-ski spot at Montana Snowbowl, The Last Run Inn is renowned for its cozy atmosphere, wood-fired pizzas, and local craft beers, making it a favorite gathering place for skiers to unwind and share stories after a day on the slopes.
Season vs Historic
Updated Sat, Oct 17, 12:08 PM UTC
23cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
-97%
vs 5-Year Avg
793cm avg by now
-96%
vs 30-Year Avg
609cm avg by now
793cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
The last completed season totaled ~23.8 cm. That's 97% below the 5-year average (793 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 96% below the 30-year average (609 cm).
Montana Snowbowl Season Snowfall
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Montana Snowbowl Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 280cm with an average of 73 snowfall days per season. The recent decade runs 54% above this average (432cm 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 | 34cm | 9 days | 10cm | 22cm | 8cm |
| December | 50cm | 12 days | 34cm | 54cm | 9cm |
| January | 44cm | 12 days | 60cm | 76cm | 9cm |
| February | 46cm | 11 days | 72cm | 85cm | 8cm |
| March | 38cm | 11 days | 71cm | 88cm | 7cm |
| April | 31cm | 8 days | 47cm | 66cm | 7cm |
| May | 13cm | 3 days | 13cm | 30cm | 5cm |
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 4, 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 Montana Snowbowl
- Where is Montana Snowbowl?
- Montana Snowbowl is a ski resort in the United States.
- How high is Montana Snowbowl?
- Montana Snowbowl runs from a base elevation of 1,518 m (4,980 ft) to a summit of 2,316 m (7,598 ft), giving a vertical drop of 798 m (2,618 ft).
- How big is Montana Snowbowl?
- Montana Snowbowl has 2,200 acres (890 hectares) of skiable terrain, 37 marked runs and 6 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Montana Snowbowl?
- Montana Snowbowl 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 Montana Snowbowl get in a typical season?
- Montana Snowbowl averages 300 inches / 762 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
