📷 Wolf Creek Ski Area
North America
Wolf Creek Ski Area
Closed for the season
Season ended April 12, 2026
Conditions data updated Thu, May 28, 06:04 PM UTC · informational only
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Closed for Season — closed April 12
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
Last Snowfall
May 25
3d agoPast 24 Hours
0cm
Past 48 Hours
0cm
Past 10 Days
6.5cm
14-Day Forecast
0cm
Snow Depth
111.8cm
Overview
Wolf Creek Ski Area is a ski resort in North America, United States, currently closed for the season as of April 12, 2026. Today's SnowSure™ Score is 11/100 (Limited), snow base 112 cm (44.1 in), 1 cm (0.4 in) of snow in the last 7 days. Conditions last updated 2026-05-28 18:04 UTC.
Resort Guide
Wolf Creek Ski Area is located in the San Juan Mountains of southern Colorado and is renowned for receiving the most natural snowfall in Colorado, averaging 430 inches annually. The resort features 1,600 skiable acres with a variety of terrain suitable for all abilities, from gentle beginner slopes to challenging expert runs. Wolf Creek maintains a laid-back, family-friendly atmosphere and is known for its uncrowded slopes, affordable pricing, and commitment to a pure skiing experience without extensive commercial development. Key amenities include a full-service rental shop, ski school, and several on-mountain dining options.
Gallery
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Resort Info
Top Après Ski
The Wolf Creek Lodge Bar – Located at the base of the mountain, this cozy bar is known for its relaxed atmosphere, local craft beers, and friendly après-ski scene, making it a favorite spot for skiers to unwind and share stories after a day on the slopes.
Not operating — season has ended
Closed April 12, 2026
SnowSure scores and forecasts below are for planning and reference only while the resort is closed.
Depth
86cm depth - good coverage on most runs.
Recent
No significant recent snowfall.
Forecast
Light snow possible in the forecast.
Historic
Season is performing around average.
Closed for the season · Data updated Thu, May 28, 06:04 PM UTC · informational only
Snow Summary
Updated May 28, 2026 at 6:51 PM
Historical data from Open-Meteo archive • Forecast from ECMWF IFS model
Snowfall Forecast Maps
Colorado region
Current Conditions
Reported Thu, May 28, 06:04 PM UTC
Freezing Level
3380m
🌡️ Mid-mountain - mixed conditions
Base
3121m
Temp
14.2°C
Wind
15km/h
Snow Depth
109cm
14-Day Forecast
0.5cm
Mid-Mountain
3375m
Temp
3.3°C
Wind
11km/h
Snow Depth
110cm
14-Day Forecast
0.3cm
Summit
3628m
Temp
10.9°C
Wind
15km/h
Snow Depth
111.8cm
14-Day Forecast
0.3cm
Live Conditions
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Local Reports
0 reportsDaily Snowfall Forecast by Model
Shows daily snowfall predictions from 7 weather models. Black line = SnowSure™ weighted average.
14-Day Snow Forecast by Model
Summit elevation (3628m)
10-Day Forecast
Today
28
☁️
13.1°
-3.6°
Fri
29
🌧️
10.6°
-0.7°
Sat
30
🌧️
8°
-3.7°
Sun
31
🌤️
11.7°
-2.5°
Mon
1
☁️
14.4°
0°
Tue
2
⛅
15.3°
2.7°
Wed
3
🌧️
12°
2.6°
Thu
4
🌧️
14.7°
-0.4°
Fri
5
🌧️
17.6°
-0.4°
Sat
6
🌤️
18.9°
-0.7°
Summit elevation (3628m) • ECMWF model
Season vs Historic
Updated Thu, May 28, 06:04 PM UTC
217.1cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
-39%
vs 5-Year Avg
353.8cm avg by now
-20%
vs 30-Year Avg
271.1cm avg by now
353.8cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
Over the past five years, average seasonal snowfall has increased significantly, with the 5-year average (278.9 cm) well above the 30-year average (201.3 cm), indicating a recent upward trend. The 2022 season stands out as an anomaly with exceptionally high snowfall (435.8 cm), while the most recent season (2024) saw a sharp decline to 152.6 cm, falling 49% below the 5-year average and 67% below the 30-year average. This recent drop marks a notable deviation from the prevailing trend of higher snowfall in recent years.
Season at a Glance
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.
