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Swain Resort Guide
Off-season
Closed for the season · reopens Dec 19
Conditions data updated Sun, Sep 6, 06:06 AM UTC · informational only
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Resort Guide
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.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Swain
Lifts
5
Skiable area
120 ac
Longest run
1.6 km / 1 mi
Runs by difficulty(35 total)
Beginner
11
32% of terrain
Intermediate
13
37% of terrain
Advanced
11
31% of terrain
Run counts estimated from resort-reported totals and terrain mix.
Lift fleet
- Quad chair3
- Double chair1
- Surface lift1
Snowmaking covers about 97% 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
Shawmut Grille – Known for its welcoming atmosphere and classic après-ski fare, Shawmut Grille is a favorite among Swain visitors for its hearty food, local craft beers, and relaxed setting perfect for unwinding after a day on the slopes.
Season vs Historic
Updated Sun, Sep 6, 06:06 AM UTC
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Off-season · 114cm full-season avg
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Off-season · 137cm full-season avg
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5-Yr Avg by Now
The last completed season totaled ~128.8 cm. That's 13% above the 5-year average (114 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 6% below the 30-year average (137 cm).
Swain Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 143cm with an average of 89 snowfall days per season. 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 |
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| November | 15.2cm | 10 days | 2cm | 9cm | 4.7cm |
| December | 28.8cm | 18 days | 9cm | 18cm | 6.8cm |
| January | 32.6cm | 21 days | 15cm | 28cm | 7.5cm |
| February | 28.6cm | 17 days | 20cm | 32cm | 8.2cm |
| March | 24.7cm | 13 days | 13cm | 27cm | 7.8cm |
| April | 10.9cm | 7 days | 2cm | 10cm | 4.8cm |
| May | 0.6cm | 1 days | 0cm | 2cm | 1.2cm |
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 19, 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 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.
