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Tier D — Late bloomer — aim Feb–Mar

📷 Saddleback Mountain

North America

Saddleback Mountain

Closed for the season

Season ended April 5, 2026

Conditions data updated Fri, Aug 28, 09:04 AM UTC · informational only

Closed for the season — closed April 5

Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.

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2026–27 season

Updated: Aug 28, 9:04 AM•Weather at base: 610m

Overview

Saddleback Mountain is a ski resort in North America, United States, currently closed for the season (Season ended April 5, 2026). Conditions last updated 2026-08-28 09:04 UTC.

Resort Guide

Saddleback Mountain is located in Rangeley, Maine, offering over 600 acres of skiable terrain with a vertical drop of 2,000 feet. The resort features a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere, diverse trails for all abilities, and renowned glade skiing. Key amenities include a modern base lodge, on-mountain dining, and a variety of winter activities. Saddleback stands out for its scenic views of the Rangeley Lakes region and commitment to an authentic Maine mountain experience.

Resort Info

Summit1268m
Base610m
Vertical658m
Lifts6
Runs68
Skiable Area600 acres
Average snowfall225 inches / 572 cm
CountryUnited States
Visit Resort Website →Follow on Instagram →View Trail Map →

Season dates

Season endedApril 5, 2026
Projected openingDecember 7, 2026

Future dates are operator estimates and may change.

Ski passes

Indy Pass

Buy pass →

Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.

Top Après Ski

The Pub at Saddleback – Known for its welcoming atmosphere, live music events, and local craft beers, The Pub at Saddleback is the go-to après-ski spot where skiers and riders gather to unwind and enjoy mountain views after a day on the slopes.

Snow Summary

1268mECMWF Model

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Snowfall Forecast Maps

Northeast US region

Current Conditions

Reported Fri, Aug 28, 09:04 AM UTC

Base

610m

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16.2°C

Wind

6.9km/h

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El Niño Outlook · Winter 2026-27

Saddleback Mountain El Niño rank & forecast

Saddleback Mountain ranks #304 of 488 SnowSure resorts — Tier D, −6% in strong El Niño winters.

Tier D — Late bloomer — aim Feb–Mar: Often a bit lighter early (−3% to −8% vs normal). History favors waiting for peak-depth months (often Feb–Mar) rather than skipping the resort.

#304 of 488Tier D — Late bloomer — aim Feb–Mar

Strong-event signal: −6% vs this resort's 30-yr avg

In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Saddleback Mountain averaged -6% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. Historically this is a timing play rather than a reason to stay home: aim for late winter (February–March) in winter 2026-27. Analog winters: '97-98 +1%, '15-16 -38%, '23-24 +19%. A pattern, not a promise.

'97-98 +1%'15-16 −38%'23-24 +19%

Signal = average snowfall in the three strongest El Niño winters since 1996 ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24) vs this resort's own 30-year ERA5 baseline. n=3 — a lean, not a law. Updated monthly against measured snowfall Dec–Mar.

Full El Niño report →

Live Conditions

Saddleback Mountain Webcams

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Local Reports

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SnowSure™ Forecast Range

Daily Snowfall Forecast by Model

Black line = verified SnowSure™ blend (not a simple average). Weights update weekly from measured snowfall at SNOTEL stations and resort reports.

SnowSure™ blend — verified model weighting

The black line is not a simple average. For Saddleback Mountain (rockies), we combine seven global weather models using weights learned from daily forecast verification — comparing each model's prediction to measured snowfall (SNOTEL, resort reports, ERA5).

  • 1.Horizon buckets: days 1–3, 4–7, and 8–14 each get separate weights — short-range skill differs from long-range.
  • 2.Regional calibration: weights come from verified error in this geography (Rockies, Alps, Japan, etc.), recalculated weekly.
  • 3.Ground truth only: we never grade a forecast against another model — only against measured snow.

Building verification history for this resort.

How we verify forecasts →

Hourly Forecast Detail

AM / PM / Night breakdown with wind and freezing level

NWP models refresh up to 4× daily · Last synced Aug 28, 9:04 AM

Hourly Forecast Detail
 
Today
18 / 91.8mm
Sat, Aug 29
15 / 5
Sun, Aug 30
16 / 83mm
Mon, Aug 31
16 / 71.5mm
Tue, Sep 1
14 / 513.5mm
Wed, Sep 2
15 / 103.6mm
PeriodAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNight
Snow (cm)000000000000000000
Precip (mm)01.50.300000.92.1001.50.39.93.300.92.7
Temp (°C)1417129148121510915910128121412
Wind (km/h)812111014915181310108583464
Gusts (km/h)243731303827455135283230173328363836

14-Day Snow Forecast by Model

Summit elevation (1268m)

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10-Day Forecast

Today

28

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18.1°

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Sat

29

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14.8°

4.7°

15 km/h

Sun

30

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15.5°

8.2°

18 km/h

Mon

31

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15.8°

7.1°

12 km/h

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13.9°

4.6°

9 km/h

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7 km/h

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17.6°

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17 km/h

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15.5°

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14.8°

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14°

5.6°

8 km/h

Summit elevation (1268m) • ECMWF model

Avalanche

No bulletin for this mountain

Avalanche.org (US avalanche centers)

This resort lies outside every forecast zone published by its national warning service, so no bulletin covers it.

Read the official bulletin ↗

SnowSure relays the official avalanche bulletin and does not issue avalanche forecasts. Read the full bulletin at the issuer’s link and make your own terrain decisions. Not a substitute for avalanche education, equipment, or local knowledge.

Getting There

Drive times & access

Last updated 1:50 PM

3 cameras · 3 sensors nearby

Official map ↗

Drive conditions

Caution — Go prepared — roadside sensors show wintery pavement

Pavement looks wintery on a roadside sensor near Saddleback Mountain. Nearest roadside sensor (Maine DOT - Rt. 4 SB Sandy River, 8.4 km): Above freezing, air 16°C. Pack traction gear even if the chain board is still dark. The resort road status and the official DOT map are authoritative — re-check before you drive.

SnowSure take, grounded in live DOT sensors. Not the resort's road status.

Roadside weather sensors

Maine DOT - Rt. 4 SB Sandy River

8.4 km · NewEngland511

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21 km · NewEngland511

Below freezing — ice risk

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Franklin County

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Highway cameras near Saddleback Mountain

Maine DOT - Rt. 4 SB Sandy River RWIS road camera
Maine DOT - Rt. 4 SB Sandy River RWIS8.4 km · NewEngland511
RT27 Mile 127 SB (Eustis) road camera
RT27 Mile 127 SB (Eustis)16.3 km · NewEngland511
RT 27 Mile 112 NB Carrabassett Valley road camera
RT 27 Mile 112 NB Carrabassett Valley28 km · NewEngland511

Live highway sensors & cameras within ~30–40 km, via NewEngland511. Conditions on the drive, not the mountain — the resort's own road status is authoritative. Always re-check before a winter drive.

Season vs Historic

Updated Fri, Aug 28, 09:04 AM UTC

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Off-season · 215cm full-season avg

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5-Yr Avg by Now

The last completed season totaled ~149.5 cm. That's 26% below the 5-year average (202 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 30% below the 30-year average (215 cm).

Saddleback Mountain Snow History

Average annual snowfall is 232cm with an average of 92 snowfall days per season. The table below shows monthly averages across 30 seasons of archive data (modeled snowpack at mid-elevation).

Average monthly snowfall history
MonthAvg SnowfallSnowfall DaysAvg Base DepthMax Base DepthBiggest Snowfall
November23.8cm11 days5cm15cm9.8cm
December42.9cm17 days23cm41cm12.9cm
January39.7cm18 days48cm67cm12.3cm
February42.3cm15 days67cm84cm13.6cm
March42.2cm16 days68cm87cm13.6cm
April28.9cm11 days42cm67cm10.7cm
May3.1cm2 days3cm18cm3.5cm

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 7, 2026

Multi-season averages will appear once SnowSure has tracked more than one full season.

ENSO seasonal analog

History · not a forecast

In 10 past El Niño winters at Saddleback Mountain, ERA5 season snowfall median was 229 cm (90 in), about 2% above this resort’s long-term median. This is a historical analog from reanalysis — not a prediction of this winter’s storm track.

Prevailing ONI

El Niño

MJJ 2026 · ANOM +1.39°C

Analog season median

229 cm

10 El Niño winters · 2% above median

All-season median

225 cm

Across 30 ERA5 seasons (2026-27)

PhaseSeasonsMedianp25–p75Recent analogs
El Niñocurrent10229 cm217 cm – 284 cm2023, 2019, 2018, 2015, 2014, 2009
La Niña12224 cm204 cm – 254 cm2022, 2021, 2020, 2017, 2011, 2010
ENSO-neutral8218 cm196 cm – 248 cm2025, 2024, 2016, 2013, 2012, 2003

Season snowfall from Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis (~9 km). ENSO phase from NOAA CPC Oceanic Niño Index. Relative phase differences are more trustworthy than absolute cm totals. Source: NOAA CPC Oceanic Niño Index + Open-Meteo ERA5 via SnowSure season archive.

Best Months to Visit

February

Peak Season

January

Peak Season

March

Good

December

Good

Note: Based on typical ski season patterns for this region.

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Frequently asked questions about Saddleback Mountain

Where is Saddleback Mountain?
Saddleback Mountain is a ski resort in the United States.
How high is Saddleback Mountain?
Saddleback Mountain runs from a base elevation of 610 m (2,001 ft) to a summit of 1,268 m (4,160 ft), giving a vertical drop of 658 m (2,159 ft).
How big is Saddleback Mountain?
Saddleback Mountain has 600 acres (243 hectares) of skiable terrain, 68 marked runs and 6 lifts.
Which ski pass covers Saddleback Mountain?
Saddleback 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 Saddleback Mountain?
Saddleback 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 Saddleback Mountain get in a typical season?
Saddleback Mountain averages 225 inches / 572 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
How will El Niño affect Saddleback Mountain in winter 2026-27?
El Niño Signal Rank: #304 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier D · strong-event signal -6% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Saddleback Mountain averaged -6% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. Historically this is a timing play rather than a reason to stay home: aim for late winter (February–March) in winter 2026-27. Analog winters: '97-98 +1%, '15-16 -38%, '23-24 +19%. A pattern, not a promise.