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Snowbasin ski resort

North America

Snowbasin

Projected to open November 28, 2026

Best months to book: February, January, December · last season + 30-yr record

Projected to open Nov 28

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Updated: Oct 12, 10:02 PM•Weather at base: 1,951m
SnowSure™ Score2025-26 season
Projected to open Nov 28

Snowbasin is projected to open November 28, 2026. Here is when it is usually best to book.

Best months to book: February, January, December. Best weeks: 22 Feb–28 Feb, 1 Mar–7 Mar, 8 Mar–14 Mar.Nov3Dec2Jan1FebMarOpens 28 NovCloses 22 Mar

Best months to book

  1. #1February43cm avg · last season 27.1
  2. #2January49cm avg
  3. #3December50cm avg

Best weeks to book

  1. #1 22 Feb – 28 Feb · last season 27.1
  2. #2 1 Mar – 7 Mar · last season 28.6
  3. #3 8 Mar – 14 Mar · last season 15

Ranked on 25% last season's SnowSure score (2025-26) · 75% 30-year snowfall and base-depth record. The live score returns when the lifts turn.

Current Conditions

Reported Mon, Oct 12, 10:02 PM UTC

Terrain Open

Projected to open Nov 28

Projected to open November 28, 2026

115 runs · 13 lifts — live counts and the SnowSure™ Score return when the lifts turn.

Snow Summary

2,865m

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About Snowbasin

Snowbasin is a premier ski resort located in the mountains of northern Utah, offering over 3,000 acres of skiable terrain and 3,000 vertical feet. The resort features a blend of wide-open bowls, groomed cruisers, and challenging steeps, complemented by luxurious day lodges and modern lift infrastructure. Known for its Olympic heritage and scenic alpine views, Snowbasin provides a welcoming atmosphere for families and advanced skiers alike, with amenities including fine dining, equipment rentals, and a variety of winter activities.

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Frequently asked questions about Snowbasin

Where is Snowbasin?
Snowbasin is a ski resort in the United States.
How high is Snowbasin?
Snowbasin runs from a base elevation of 1,951 m (6,401 ft) to a summit of 2,865 m (9,400 ft), giving a vertical drop of 914 m (2,999 ft).
How big is Snowbasin?
Snowbasin has 3,000 acres (1,214 hectares) of skiable terrain, 115 marked runs and 13 lifts.
Which ski pass covers Snowbasin?
Snowbasin is on the Ikon Pass and Mountain Collective. 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 Snowbasin?
Snowbasin typically operates from November 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 Snowbasin get in a typical season?
Snowbasin averages 350 inches / 890 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
How will El Niño affect Snowbasin in winter 2026-27?
El Niño Signal Rank: #31 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier A · strong-event signal +15% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Snowbasin averaged +15% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline — one of the strongest positive El Niño signals we track. With NOAA forecasting a potentially record event for winter 2026-27, history says this is the winter to book Snowbasin with confidence. Individual analog winters: '97-98 +11%, '15-16 -16%, '23-24 +50%. A lean, not a law — but the lean is firmly up.