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Red Lodge Mountain Resort Guide
Closed for the season
Best months to book: April, March, February · last season + 30-yr record
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Closed for the season — closed April 5
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Sep 19
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Resort Guide
Red Lodge Mountain is located in Red Lodge, Montana, offering 1,635 acres of skiable terrain across a variety of runs suitable for all ability levels. The resort features a laid-back, welcoming atmosphere with amenities including multiple dining options, equipment rentals, and ski and snowboard lessons. Signature experiences include uncrowded slopes, scenic views of the Beartooth Mountains, and a focus on authentic, no-frills skiing. Red Lodge Mountain stands out for its friendly vibe, affordability, and commitment to providing a genuine Montana ski experience.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Red Lodge Mountain
Lifts
6
Skiable area
1635 ac
Longest run
4 km / 2.5 mi
Runs by difficulty(70 total)
Beginner
13
19% of terrain
Intermediate
18
25% of terrain
Advanced
25
36% of terrain
Expert
14
20% of terrain
Run counts estimated from resort-reported totals and terrain mix.
Terrain by difficulty
- Beginner19%
- Intermediate25%
- Advanced36%
- Expert20%
Lift fleet
- High-speed quad2
- High-speed triple1
- Triple chair1
- Double chair3
- Surface lift2
Snowmaking covers about 28% of terrain.
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 Snow Creek Saloon – A classic après-ski spot located at the base of Red Lodge Mountain, known for its welcoming Western vibe, live music, hearty pub fare, and a lively atmosphere that draws both locals and visitors for drinks and socializing after a day on the slopes.
Season vs Historic
Updated Mon, Sep 21, 09:03 AM UTC
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Season Total
This Season to Date
-100%
vs 5-Year Avg
269cm avg by now
-99%
vs 30-Year Avg
186cm avg by now
269cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
The last completed season totaled ~0 cm. That's 100% below the 5-year average (269 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 100% below the 30-year average (186 cm).
Red Lodge Mountain Season Snowfall
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Red Lodge Mountain Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 242cm with an average of 128 snowfall days per season. The recent decade runs 39% above this average (337cm 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 | 22cm | 13 days | 15cm | 25cm | 7cm |
| December | 25cm | 17 days | 30cm | 43cm | 7cm |
| January | 22cm | 16 days | 45cm | 56cm | 6cm |
| February | 28cm | 16 days | 59cm | 72cm | 8cm |
| March | 35cm | 17 days | 64cm | 80cm | 9cm |
| April | 42cm | 18 days | 57cm | 74cm | 10cm |
| May | 29cm | 13 days | 30cm | 53cm | 9cm |
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
51
Best Day
15 Mar
2
Excellent+ Days
Scored 50 or above
7
Powder Days
6cm+ fresh snow
Highest-scoring days
February 2026
- 4125 Feb14cm
- 4126 Feb8cm
- 3822 Feb1cm
March 2026
- 5115 Mar16cm
- 5014 Mar16cm
- 497 Mar3cm
April 2026
- 451 Apr12cm
- 422 Apr2cm
- 424 Apr4cm
April scored highest for Red Lodge Mountain 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 27, 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 Red Lodge Mountain
- Where is Red Lodge Mountain?
- Red Lodge Mountain is a ski resort in the United States.
- How high is Red Lodge Mountain?
- Red Lodge Mountain runs from a base elevation of 2,195 m (7,201 ft) to a summit of 2,804 m (9,199 ft), giving a vertical drop of 609 m (1,998 ft).
- How big is Red Lodge Mountain?
- Red Lodge Mountain has 1,635 acres (662 hectares) of skiable terrain, 70 marked runs and 6 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Red Lodge Mountain?
- Red Lodge Mountain 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 Red Lodge Mountain?
- Red Lodge Mountain 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 Red Lodge Mountain get in a typical season?
- Red Lodge Mountain averages 250 inches / 635 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
