North America
Swain
Projected to open Dec 19
Projected to open December 19, 2026
Best months to book: February, January, March · 30-yr snow record
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Projected to open Dec 19
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Swain is projected to open December 19, 2026. Here is when it is usually best to book.
Best months to book
- #1February29cm avg
- #2January33cm avg
- #3March25cm avg
Ranked on 30-year snowfall and base-depth record. The live score returns when the lifts turn.
Current Conditions
Reported Fri, Oct 16, 10:06 AM UTC
Terrain
Projected to open Dec 19
Projected to open December 19, 2026
35 runs · 5 lifts — live counts and the SnowSure™ Score return when the lifts turn.
Snow Summary
Updated Oct 16 at 10:06 AM
Days 8–14 and every model are in SnowSure Pro.Unlock with Pro
Maps
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Webcams & Proof of Powder
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About Swain
Swain Resort is located in Western New York and features 35 trails across 120 skiable acres, catering to a range of abilities from beginner to advanced. The resort offers a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere with amenities including a terrain park, ski and snowboard lessons, equipment rentals, and on-site dining. Swain is known for its approachable slopes, night skiing, and a welcoming environment ideal for families and groups.
Read the full resort guide →Frequently asked questions about Swain
- Where is Swain?
- Swain is a ski resort in the United States.
- How high is Swain?
- Swain runs from a base elevation of 402 m (1,319 ft) to a summit of 601 m (1,972 ft), giving a vertical drop of 199 m (653 ft).
- How big is Swain?
- Swain has 120 acres (49 hectares) of skiable terrain, 35 marked runs and 5 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Swain?
- Swain 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.
- How much snow does Swain get in a typical season?
- Swain averages 130 inches / 330 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
- How will El Niño affect Swain in winter 2026-27?
- El Niño Signal Rank: #439 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier E · strong-event signal -19% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Swain averaged -19% 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 +11%, '15-16 -42%, '23-24 -26%. A pattern, not a promise.
