Ski resort weather & mountain forecasts

California

California offers an incredible variety of ski resorts, from the Sierra Nevada to Southern California mountains. Lake Tahoe is home to iconic destinations like Palisades Tahoe and Heavenly, offering big terrain and consistent snowfall. Mammoth Mountain provides one of the longest ski seasons in North America. Resorts near Los Angeles, like Big Bear and Mountain High, make skiing accessible to millions of residents.

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Sierra Nevada

Kirkwood Mountain Resort

Kirkwood Mountain Resort occupies a characteristic piece of the Sierra Nevada, where the terrain defines the visit. Storm cycles are a defining feature of the season and the terrain experience.

Conditions

37°F

Snow, Rain, Partially cloudy

Weather date: 2026-10-22

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Sierra Nevada

Sugar Bowl Resort

Terrain at Sugar Bowl Resort follows the contours of the Sierra Nevada, creating its own rhythm from top to bottom. Frequent snowfall is an important part of the mountain’s winter identity.

Conditions

40°F

Snow, Rain, Partially cloudy

Weather date: 2026-10-22

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Sierra Nevada

Donner Ski Ranch

Donner Ski Ranch places its ski terrain in the Sierra Nevada, with a layout shaped by the local ridges and slopes. Its snow climate regularly shapes the surface conditions and off-trail experience.

Conditions

40°F

Snow, Rain, Partially cloudy

Weather date: 2026-10-22

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Sierra Nevada

Palisades Tahoe

Palisades Tahoe combines two distinct mountains linked by the Base to Base Gondola, with open bowls, technical terrain, and a lively village base.

Conditions

39°F

Snow, Rain, Partially cloudy

Weather date: 2026-10-22

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Sierra Nevada

Mammoth Mountain

Mammoth Mountain sits above Mammoth Lakes on the eastern side of California’s Sierra Nevada. Its high-elevation terrain spans broad slopes and typically supports a long spring ski season.

Conditions

33°F

Snow, Rain, Partially cloudy

Weather date: 2026-10-22

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Sierra Nevada

Homewood Mountain Resort

A day at Homewood Mountain Resort centers on its Sierra Nevada setting and the way its slopes connect. A notably snowy climate gives storm days a central role in the season.

Conditions

40°F

Snow, Rain, Partially cloudy

Weather date: 2026-10-22

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Sierra Nevada

Sierra-at-Tahoe

The mountain profile at Sierra-at-Tahoe reflects its location in the Sierra Nevada and guides how visitors move across the slopes. Natural snowfall strongly influences how the mountain skis throughout winter.

Conditions

36°F

Snow, Rain, Partially cloudy

Weather date: 2026-10-22

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Sierra Nevada

Tahoe Donner Downhill

Tahoe Donner Downhill draws its identity from its position in the Sierra Nevada and the terrain that descends from it. Natural snowfall strongly influences how the mountain skis throughout winter.

Conditions

40°F

Rain, Partially cloudy

Weather date: 2026-10-22

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Sierra Nevada

Soda Springs Mountain Resort

Soda Springs Mountain Resort occupies a characteristic piece of the Sierra Nevada, where the terrain defines the visit. Frequent snowfall is an important part of the mountain’s winter identity.

Conditions

40°F

Snow, Rain, Partially cloudy

Weather date: 2026-10-22

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Carson Range

Heavenly Mountain Resort

The skiing at Heavenly Mountain Resort unfolds in the Carson Range, giving the mountain a setting distinct from nearby areas. Its snow climate regularly shapes the surface conditions and off-trail experience.

Conditions

34°F

Snow, Rain, Partially cloudy

Weather date: 2026-10-22

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Sierra Nevada

Northstar California Resort

Set in the Sierra Nevada, Northstar California Resort offers a mountain experience closely tied to its natural surroundings. Natural snowfall strongly influences how the mountain skis throughout winter.

Conditions

41°F

Rain, Partially cloudy

Weather date: 2026-10-22

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Sierra Nevada

China Peak

China Peak follows the natural fall lines of the Sierra Nevada, giving its runs a recognizable character. The mountain’s lifts open multiple zones rather than a single repeated route.

Conditions

35°F

Snow, Rain, Overcast

Weather date: 2026-10-22

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Sierra Nevada

Boreal Mountain Resort

Set in the Sierra Nevada, Boreal Mountain Resort offers a mountain experience closely tied to its natural surroundings. The hill is arranged for quick returns to the lift and frequent runs through the day.

Conditions

39°F

Snow, Rain, Partially cloudy

Weather date: 2026-10-22

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Sierra Nevada

Granlibakken

The mountain profile at Granlibakken reflects its location in the Sierra Nevada and guides how visitors move across the slopes. The hill is arranged for quick returns to the lift and frequent runs through the day.

Conditions

44°F

Rain, Partially cloudy

Weather date: 2026-10-22

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Cascade Range

Mt. Shasta Ski Park

Visitors encounter Mt. Shasta Ski Park through its Cascade Range setting, connected slopes, and top-to-bottom route choices. Indy provides another way to combine Mt. Shasta Ski Park with other destinations.

Conditions

43°F

Rain, Partially cloudy

Weather date: 2026-10-22

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Sierra Nevada

June Mountain

June Mountain is rooted in the Sierra Nevada, with skiing organized around the mountain’s natural profile. June Mountain participates in the Ikon network for multi-mountain trips.

Conditions

36°F

Snow, Rain, Freezing Drizzle/Freezing Rain, Partially cloudy

Weather date: 2026-10-22

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Sierra Nevada

Alta Sierra

Terrain at Alta Sierra follows the contours of the Sierra Nevada, creating its own rhythm from top to bottom. Shorter laps keep the experience direct and make it easy to revisit favorite sections.

Conditions

50°F

Rain, Partially cloudy

Weather date: 2026-10-22

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San Gabriel Mountains

Mt. Waterman

A day at Mt. Waterman centers on its San Gabriel Mountains setting and the way its slopes connect. A smaller footprint keeps lifts, slopes, and base facilities close together.

Conditions

42°F

Rain, Partially cloudy

Weather date: 2026-10-22

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San Gabriel Mountains

Mount Baldy Resort

The skiing at Mount Baldy Resort unfolds in the San Gabriel Mountains, giving the mountain a setting distinct from nearby areas. Skiers can include Mount Baldy Resort in a broader itinerary through Indy.

Conditions

42°F

Rain, Ice, Partially cloudy

Weather date: 2026-10-22

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San Bernardino Mountains

Snow Valley Mountain Resort

The slopes of Snow Valley Mountain Resort make the most of their San Bernardino Mountains location, from the upper terrain to the base. Shorter laps keep the experience direct and make it easy to revisit favorite sections.

Conditions

48°F

Rain, Partially cloudy

Weather date: 2026-10-22

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Sierra Nevada

Dodge Ridge

At Dodge Ridge, the shape of the Sierra Nevada determines the pace and style of a ski day. Pass access through Indy can make Dodge Ridge part of a longer ski trip.

Conditions

39°F

Rain, Partially cloudy

Weather date: 2026-10-22

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Sierra Nevada

Badger Pass

Badger Pass is rooted in the Sierra Nevada, with skiing organized around the mountain’s natural profile. Its compact profile suits practice sessions and ski days built around steady repetition.

Conditions

40°F

Snow, Rain, Overcast

Weather date: 2026-10-22

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San Gabriel Mountains

Mountain High

Mountain High uses its position in the San Gabriel Mountains to create a sequence of slopes with a distinct local character. Multiple lifts let visitors move between different parts of the mountain.

Conditions

40°F

Snow, Rain, Ice, Partially cloudy

Weather date: 2026-10-22

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San Bernardino Mountains

Big Bear Mountain

Skiing at Big Bear Mountain is framed by the San Bernardino Mountains and organized around the contours of the hill. Ikon access connects Big Bear Mountain with a wider collection of ski areas.

Conditions

42°F

Rain, Partially cloudy

Weather date: 2026-10-22

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San Bernardino Mountains

Snow Summit

Snow Summit brings lift-served skiing to the San Bernardino Mountains through a terrain layout specific to this hillside. Its lift system supports several route choices across the mountain.

Conditions

41°F

Rain, Partially cloudy

Weather date: 2026-10-22

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