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Whitefish Mountain Resort Resort Guide
Projected to open December 6, 2026
Best months to book: March, January, February · last season + 30-yr record
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Projected to open Dec 6 — closed April 12
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
Last Snowfall
Oct 11
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Resort Guide
Whitefish Mountain Resort is located in northwest Montana near Glacier National Park and offers over 3,000 acres of skiable terrain across a variety of runs suitable for all abilities. The resort features a welcoming, laid-back atmosphere, scenic views of the Flathead Valley and surrounding peaks, and signature experiences such as guided mountain tours and night skiing. Key amenities include multiple on-mountain dining options, ski and snowboard lessons, and a well-developed base village. Whitefish stands out for its abundant snowfall, friendly community, and access to both winter and year-round outdoor activities.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Whitefish Mountain Resort
Lifts
16
Skiable area
3000 ac
Longest run
5.3 km / 3.3 mi
Share of terrain by difficulty
- Beginner12% of terrain
- Intermediate38% of terrain
- Advanced44% of terrain
- Expert6% of terrain
Lift fleet
- High-speed 61
- High-speed quad3
- Quad chair2
- Triple chair6
- Surface lift3
Resort Info
Season dates
Future dates are operator estimates and may change.
Ski passes
Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.
Top Après Ski
The Bierstube – A legendary après-ski bar at Whitefish Mountain Resort, The Bierstube is celebrated for its welcoming local vibe, classic ski bar atmosphere, and the iconic Frabert Award ceremonies that draw both visitors and locals for drinks, camaraderie, and mountain stories.
Season vs Historic
Updated Sat, Oct 17, 11:05 AM UTC
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Season Total
This Season to Date
-99%
vs 5-Year Avg
444cm avg by now
-99%
vs 30-Year Avg
540cm avg by now
444cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
The last completed season totaled ~4.4 cm. That's 99% below the 5-year average (444 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 99% below the 30-year average (540 cm).
Whitefish Mountain Resort Season Snowfall
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Whitefish Mountain Resort Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 277cm with an average of 71 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| November | 41cm | 10 days | 13cm | 29cm | 8cm |
| December | 56cm | 14 days | 42cm | 65cm | 10cm |
| January | 52cm | 13 days | 72cm | 89cm | 9cm |
| February | 41cm | 11 days | 84cm | 98cm | 8cm |
| March | 40cm | 11 days | 86cm | 103cm | 7cm |
| April | 24cm | 6 days | 56cm | 80cm | 6cm |
| May | 8cm | 2 days | 12cm | 33cm | 4cm |
Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.
SnowSure Score by Month
Season 2025-26
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No full season on record
47 days scored, from 24 Feb
47
Best Day
10 Mar
0
Excellent+ Days
Scored 50 or above
3
Powder Days
6cm+ fresh snow
Highest-scoring days
February 2026
- 3825 Feb9cm
- 3124 Feb2cm
- 2327 Feb
March 2026
- 4710 Mar1cm
- 4712 Mar9cm
- 4714 Mar4cm
April 2026
- 291 Apr
- 272 Apr
- 2310 Apr
March scored highest for Whitefish Mountain Resort in 2025-26. Based on 47 days the resort was verified open. One season of scores describes what happened, not what to expect.
Season at a Glance
Next season(2026-27)
Opens Dec 6, 2026
Through Apr 12, 2027
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 Whitefish Mountain Resort
- Where is Whitefish Mountain Resort?
- Whitefish Mountain Resort is a ski resort in the United States.
- How high is Whitefish Mountain Resort?
- Whitefish Mountain Resort runs from a base elevation of 1,340 m (4,396 ft) to a summit of 2,066 m (6,778 ft), giving a vertical drop of 726 m (2,382 ft).
- How big is Whitefish Mountain Resort?
- Whitefish Mountain Resort has 3,000 acres (1,214 hectares) of skiable terrain, 110 marked runs and 16 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Whitefish Mountain Resort?
- Whitefish Mountain Resort is on the Ikon 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 Whitefish Mountain Resort?
- Whitefish Mountain Resort 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 Whitefish Mountain Resort get in a typical season?
- Whitefish Mountain Resort averages 300 inches / 762 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
