We’re enjoying another beautiful spring day with mostly sunny skies! It looks like great weather for the annual Subaru Winterfest at Mt. Bachelor this weekend. Mountain snow chances return next week as a cooler pattern moves in. Mt. Bachelor – Top of Pine Marten
Continue Reading Some good news to report as Bachelor has re-opened after a one day pause due to the rain Tuesday. There was about an inch added to the mountains yesterday evening, so we did have something to work with this morning. There should be mostly sunny skies to deal with Friday ahead of a mild weekend.
Continue Reading Skies have cleared, giving us a beautiful sunny start to the day. It’s a cold morning, with temperatures in the teens and 20s. A dry pattern will continue through the weekend with warm up beginning tomorrow. Some resorts remain closed today, while others are operating with limited terrain. Check resort websites for the latest updates!
Continue Reading The rain took its toll Tuesday as the mountains got the wrong kind of precipitation. This seems to have been the tale of the season. The snow has been mashed down enough at Mt. Bachelor to require some aggressive grooming, so the mountain is taking a pause today. There is going to be a little
Continue Reading We’re seeing a cooler pattern midweek, along with a chance for light mountain snow moving in later today. If you are planning to hit the slopes for spring break… here’s a heads up. Several resorts have paused operations today, so it’s a good idea to check resort websites for the latest updates before heading out.
Continue Reading Our region will see rain showers and mild air arrive ahead of a cold front that is expected to cross Central Oregon this evening. Behind the front will be dry at first, but another wave of showers will cross the Cascades Wednesday afternoon. This will provide a couple of inches of snow to the mountains
Continue Reading Expect mostly cloudy skies on the mountain with moderate to strong winds. Rain chances increase later today, and a little light snow may return tomorrow as colder air moves in. A big shoutout to resort crews working hard to keep the snow groomed and conditions as enjoyable as possible this spring. Some resorts are still
Continue Reading Lots of folks have journeyed to the mountains for some lovely spring skiing. The temperatures are mild and the snow, although soft, is still plentiful on Bachelor, Timberline and Mt. Hood Meadows. The week will unfortunately see some rain Tuesday and a rain snow mix on Wednesday morning so the conditions will not be ideal.
Continue Reading We have a nice day ahead for spring skiing. The snow had a chance to firm up overnight, so expect a harder surface early before it softens as temperatures warm. It will be a mild afternoon with highs near 50 degrees today. Changes arrive midweek with cooler temperatures and chances for both rain and snow
Continue ReadingThe National Weather Service reports that Central Oregon is currently under a mild spring pattern, with daytime temperatures reaching the upper 50s and lower 60s. While this makes for pleasant outdoor activities, the region continues to face a significant “snow drought,” with statewide snowpack levels at roughly 23% of normal. While we wait for the next winter
Continue ReadingCentral Oregon reports no new snow in the last 24 hours. Photo: Mt. Bachelor Webcam Pine Marten Lodge – Courtesy of Mt. Bachelor We are officially in spring- which brings Mt. Bachelor sunny and frim conditions. While surrounding resorts like Hoodoo and Willamette Pass have temporarily paused operations, according to the National Weather Service. Despite the
Continue ReadingHeads up if you’re chasing turns this weekend: No new snow has been reported across Central Oregon resorts over the last 24 hours. With the recent warm streak, base depths are changing fast. Some areas have shifted to spring hours or temporary closures, so be sure to check with your specific destination for the latest surface conditions and operational
Continue Reading We’re kicking off the first day of spring ski season with unseasonably warm temperatures. Clouds will increase, with a chance for mountain rain mixing with snow late Friday into early Saturday. Cooler air moves in this weekend, dropping highs back into the upper 30s by Saturday. Little to no snow accumulation is expected.
Continue Reading Trying to stay positive with respect to the season, today is officially the last day of winter 2025-26 but we did not get much of a winter this time around. Last year was phenomenal, but this year was sub-standard. Soft snow and bases shrinking, but still a lot of good runs left early in the
Continue Reading This winter has been warmer than usual for us. Tomorrow marks the first day of Astronomical Spring, but it’s already feeling like it arrived early! We’ll see plenty of sunshine on the mountain today with temperatures in the 50s to 60s. Enjoy the beautiful views! Mt. Bachelor – Pine Marten Lodge
Continue Reading The warming pattern continues this week with snow base totals going in the wrong direction. With plenty of sunshine and temps near 60 degrees in the peak of the day, it is not great news for an extended season. So far this winter Mother Nature has been underperforming with respect to snowfall. We may see
Continue Reading It’s been a challenging winter for local resorts, with a few pausing operations due to weather. A warmer than normal pattern has settled in this week, accelerating snowmelt across the mountains. The first day of spring is on Friday, but it already feels like the season arrived early this year. The ski season isn’t over
Continue Reading Enjoy the runs today on this lovely Bluebird Day across the Cascades. Plenty of sunshine and spring skiing weather. The groomed surfaces are best in the morning of course when the air is coldest, then conditions soften up as the day moves along. Expect this pattern to continue into the weekend. Friday is the official
Continue Reading Winter is wrapping up on a warm and dry note. A few resorts have hit pause on operations as they wait for fresh snowfall, including Hoodoo, Ski Bowl, and Willamette Pass. If you’re heading to an open resort, it’s going to feel mild with temperatures climbing into the 50s and possibly the 60s. The next
Continue Reading The last few days of winter 2025-26 will be spring-like and dry. Hoodoo, Ski Bowl, and Willamette Pass have temporarily paused operations until more snow arrives. The temperatures this week across the mountains will be in the 50 or possibly 60 so early morning runs are going to be your best chance at a nicely
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