📷 Powderhorn
North America
Powderhorn
Limited · 2025-26 season average
Closed for the season · average of 46 verified open days
Best months to book: February, March, January · last season + 31-yr record
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Off-season — closed March 21
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2026–27 season
Limited
2025-26 season average
Powderhorn is closed for the season. Last season it averaged 17.5 across 46 verified open days.
February
#1 to book
30cm avg · scored 26.6
March
#2 to book
34cm avg · scored 12.8
January
#3 to book
30cm avg
Best weeks to book
- #122 Feb – 28 Febscored 26.6
- #21 Mar – 7 Marscored 21
- #38 Mar – 13 Marscored 11.2
Ranked on 25% last season's SnowSure score (2025-26) · 75% 31-year snowfall and base-depth record. Last season's strongest fortnight was 22 Feb – 7 Mar. 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
Off-season
Last season ended March 21, 2026
63 runs · 5 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 Powderhorn
Powderhorn Mountain Resort is located on the Grand Mesa in western Colorado and offers over 1,600 acres of skiable terrain with a mix of groomed runs, glades, and powder-filled slopes. The resort is known for its relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere and scenic views of the surrounding mesa and valleys. Key amenities include a full-service lodge, ski and snowboard rentals, dining options, and a ski school, making it accessible for both beginners and experienced skiers. Signature experiences include tree skiing and uncrowded slopes, distinguishing Powderhorn as a welcoming destination for those seeking a laid-back mountain experience.
Read the full resort guide →Frequently asked questions about Powderhorn
- Where is Powderhorn?
- Powderhorn is a ski resort in the United States.
- How high is Powderhorn?
- Powderhorn runs from a base elevation of 2,499 m (8,199 ft) to a summit of 3,002 m (9,849 ft), giving a vertical drop of 503 m (1,650 ft).
- How big is Powderhorn?
- Powderhorn has 1,600 acres (647 hectares) of skiable terrain, 63 marked runs and 5 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Powderhorn?
- Powderhorn 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 Powderhorn?
- Powderhorn typically operates from December 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 Powderhorn get in a typical season?
- Powderhorn averages 250 inches / 635 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
- How will El Niño affect Powderhorn in winter 2026-27?
- El Niño Signal Rank: #13 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier A · strong-event signal +25% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Powderhorn averaged +25% 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, Powderhorn sits on the favorable side of the ledger. Analog winters: '97-98 -16%, '15-16 -22%, '23-24 +114%. A pattern, not a promise.
