Where is Silver Mountain?

Silver Mountain is a ski resort in the United States.

How high is Silver Mountain?

Silver Mountain runs from a base elevation of 1,268 m (4,160 ft) to a summit of 1,905 m (6,250 ft), giving a vertical drop of 637 m (2,090 ft).

How big is Silver Mountain?

Silver Mountain has 1,600 acres (647 hectares) of skiable terrain, 73 marked runs and 7 lifts.

Which ski pass covers Silver Mountain?

Silver Mountain is on the Indy Pass and Powder Alliance. 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 Silver Mountain?

Silver 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 Silver Mountain get in a typical season?

Silver Mountain averages 239 inches / 607 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.

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Tier E — Deep timing play — aim late winter

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Silver Mountain

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Closed for the season

Season ended April 5, 2026

Conditions data updated Fri, Aug 28, 10:04 AM UTC · informational only

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Closed for the season — closed April 5

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Updated: Aug 28, 10:04 AM•Weather at base: 1268m

Overview

Silver 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 10:04 UTC.

Resort Guide

Silver Mountain is located in Kellogg, Idaho, offering access to over 1,600 acres of skiable terrain across two mountain peaks. The resort features a scenic gondola, diverse runs for all abilities, and a family-friendly atmosphere. Signature experiences include the indoor Silver Rapids Waterpark and year-round mountain activities, making it a versatile destination for both winter sports and relaxation. Key amenities include ski-in/ski-out lodging, dining options, and a variety of lessons and programs for guests.

Gallery

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Terrain & lifts

Resort-reported stats for Silver Mountain

Lifts

Skiable area

1600 ac

Longest run

4 km / 2.5 mi

Runs by difficulty(73 total)

Beginner

20% of terrain

Intermediate

40% of terrain

Advanced

30% of terrain

Expert

10% of terrain

Run counts estimated from resort-reported totals and terrain mix.

Terrain by difficulty

Beginner20%
Intermediate40%
Advanced30%
Expert10%

Lift fleet

Gondola1
Quad chair1
Triple chair2
Double chair2
Surface lift1

Snowmaking covers about 35% of terrain.

Resort Info

Summit1905m

Base1268m

Vertical637m

Lifts7

Runs73

Skiable Area1600 acres

Average snowfall239 inches / 607 cm

CountryUnited States

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Season dates

Season endedApril 5, 2026

Projected openingNovember 28, 2026

Future dates are operator estimates and may change.

Ski passes

Indy Pass

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Powder Alliance

Buy pass →

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

Top Après Ski

Noah’s Canteen – A popular après-ski spot at Silver Mountain, Noah’s Canteen is known for its relaxed atmosphere, hearty comfort food, and wide selection of local craft beers, making it a favorite gathering place for skiers and snowboarders to unwind after a day on the slopes.

Snow Summary

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Snowfall Forecast Maps

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El Niño Outlook · Winter 2026-27

Silver Mountain El Niño rank & forecast

Silver Mountain ranks #426 of 488 SnowSure resorts — Tier E, −17% in strong El Niño winters.

Tier E — Deep timing play — aim late winter: Strong El Niño winters ran clearly below this resort’s own baseline (≤ −8%). Still skiable — schedule late season; one storm cycle can beat the climatology.

#426 of 488Tier E — Deep timing play — aim late winter

Strong-event signal: −17% vs this resort's 30-yr avg

In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Silver Mountain averaged -17% 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 -25%, '15-16 -12%, '23-24 -14%. A pattern, not a promise.

'97-98 −25%'15-16 −12%'23-24 −14%

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 →

Key

What the tiers mean

% vs each resort's own 30-year average in strong El Niño winters.

Tier	Signal	Means
A — Prime terrain	≥ +8%	Historically much snowier than normal.
B — Favored	+3% to +8%	Modest upside vs normal.
C — ENSO-proof	about −3% to +3%	Near-normal snowfall — a hedge, not a jackpot or bust.
D — Late bloomer	−3% to −8%	Often lighter early — aim Feb–Mar.
E — Timing play	≤ −8%	Often lighter overall — aim late winter.

Live Conditions

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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 Silver 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, 10:04 AM

Hourly Forecast Detail
	Today 19 / 6			Sat, Aug 29 14 / 5			Sun, Aug 30 14 / 2			Mon, Aug 31 20 / 2			Tue, Sep 1 24 / 70.6mm			Wed, Sep 2 14 / 62.1mm
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Wind (km/h)	5	9	6	7	15	6	10	14	6	4	5	5	4	11	7	8	10	4
Gusts (km/h)	20	31	19	24	45	21	30	43	20	15	27	25	23	35	31	26	34	30

14-Day Snow Forecast by Model

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Avalanche

Off-season — no rating published

Idaho Panhandle Avalanche Center

Watch for signs of unstable snow such as recent avalanches, cracking in the snow, and audible collapsing. Avoid traveling on or under similar slopes.

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.

Season vs Historic

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5-Yr Avg by Now

The last completed season totaled ~209.3 cm. That's 25% below the 5-year average (279 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 36% below the 30-year average (325 cm).

Silver Mountain Snow History

Average annual snowfall is 352cm with an average of 113 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
Month	Avg Snowfall	Snowfall Days	Avg Base Depth	Max Base Depth	Biggest Snowfall
November	50.2cm	15 days	12cm	30cm	10.1cm
December	77.8cm	21 days	43cm	71cm	13.5cm
January	76.2cm	20 days	77cm	98cm	13.7cm
February	59.8cm	18 days	93cm	110cm	11cm
March	50.3cm	18 days	94cm	115cm	9.1cm
April	22.7cm	12 days	62cm	87cm	6cm
May	4.9cm	4 days	15cm	41cm	2.6cm

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 Nov 28, 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 Silver Mountain, ERA5 season snowfall median was 295 cm (116 in), about 13% below 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

295 cm

10 El Niño winters · 13% below median

All-season median

340 cm

Across 30 ERA5 seasons (2026-27)

Phase	Seasons	Median	p25–p75	Recent analogs
El Niñocurrent	10	295 cm	249 cm – 312 cm	2023, 2019, 2018, 2015, 2014, 2009
La Niña	12	381 cm	363 cm – 464 cm	2022, 2021, 2020, 2017, 2011, 2010
ENSO-neutral	8	335 cm	324 cm – 395 cm	2025, 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 Silver Mountain

Where is Silver Mountain?: Silver Mountain is a ski resort in the United States.
How high is Silver Mountain?: Silver Mountain runs from a base elevation of 1,268 m (4,160 ft) to a summit of 1,905 m (6,250 ft), giving a vertical drop of 637 m (2,090 ft).
How big is Silver Mountain?: Silver Mountain has 1,600 acres (647 hectares) of skiable terrain, 73 marked runs and 7 lifts.
Which ski pass covers Silver Mountain?: Silver Mountain is on the Indy Pass and Powder Alliance. 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 Silver Mountain?: Silver 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 Silver Mountain get in a typical season?: Silver Mountain averages 239 inches / 607 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
How will El Niño affect Silver Mountain in winter 2026-27?: El Niño Signal Rank: #426 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier E · strong-event signal -17% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Silver Mountain averaged -17% 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 -25%, '15-16 -12%, '23-24 -14%. A pattern, not a promise.

Silver Mountain

Overview

Resort Guide

Gallery

Terrain & lifts

Runs by difficulty(73 total)

Terrain by difficulty

Lift fleet

Resort Info

Top Après Ski

Snow Summary

Snowfall Forecast Maps

Current Conditions

Depth by source

Silver Mountain El Niño rank & forecast

Silver Mountain Webcams

Snow Stake Cam

Local Reports

Daily Snowfall Forecast by Model

SnowSure™ blend — verified model weighting

Hourly Forecast Detail

14-Day Snow Forecast by Model

10-Day Forecast

Off-season — no rating published

Season vs Historic

Silver Mountain Snow History

Season at a Glance

ENSO seasonal analog

Best Months to Visit

Frequently asked questions about Silver Mountain

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