SnowBrains Forecast: Up To 3 Feet of Snow For PNW This Weekend Into Next Week Forecast created 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, December 12, 2024 The upcoming stretch of weather will deliver periods of light to moderate snowfall today, followed by a much stronger and prolonged storm event beginning Friday and extending into mid-next week. While initial snow accumulations today will remain modest, snow levels will hover around 2500-3500 ft, ensuring that higher ski terrain will […] Weather WeatherBrains | December 12, 2024 0 Comments
The Awesome North American Ski Resorts That Allow Camping Unfortunately, overnight parking and camping are not allowed at many ski areas, but there are some. With slopeside rooms costing hundreds of dollars, or even $1,000 or more in some locations, skiing can be a pricey pastime. However, with a good sleeping bag and reliable transportation, you may find a new favorite hidden gem to save money on lodging. Whether […] Industry News James Pulfer | December 11, 2024 4 Comments
SnowBrains Forecast: Extended Period of Snowy Weather For the PNW, 4+ Feet Expected After a quiet start with persistent high pressure, things get progressively more interesting as we move deeper into the week. Wednesday night into Thursday marks the start of a more active pattern, with multiple waves of moisture rolling into the Pacific Northwest. Each successive disturbance will tap into increasingly robust moisture, meaning a consistent stream of snowfall for the high […] Weather WeatherBrains | December 10, 2024 1 Comment
SnowBrains Forecast: Cascades Primed for Weekend Powder Feast A series of active weather systems will bring periods of precipitation to the Pacific Northwest mountains over the next several days. Initially, expect a strong frontal system moving in late Friday into the weekend, raising snow levels before gradually lowering them as the system exits. After a brief lull in activity early next week, additional storms look to return mid […] Weather WeatherBrains | December 6, 2024 0 Comments
Skiing the Blue Mountains of Oregon and Washington When you look at a map of the Pacific Northwest, it’s easy to focus on the iconic Cascade Mountains’ captivating beauty and awe-inspiring volcanoes running north to south. That said, a lesser-known mountain range, the Blue Mountains, aka the “The Blues,” is equally as beautiful, albeit more remote, and positioned in the interior of Washington and Oregon. Let’s first gain […] Brains Matthew Oliphant | November 10, 2024 0 Comments
Heavy Snow and Avalanche Danger Force Closure of 2 Mountain Passes in Mount Rainier National Park, WA MOUNT RAINIER – State Routes 410 and 123, including Chinook Pass and Cayuse Pass within Mount Rainier National Park, Washington, will remain closed for the season due to heavy snowfall and avalanche danger. The Washington State Department of Transportation temporarily closed both passes on October 31 for the safety of maintenance crews and travelers as road conditions deteriorated and the […] Press Release | November 5, 2024 0 Comments
Hometown Mountain Shoutout: Fear, Friends, and Freedom at Stevens Pass, WA In the North Cascades, Stevens Pass hides in the shadow of Washington State’s more distinguished resorts, Crystal Mountain and Mount Baker. Like any little brother, he is often overlooked entirely. However, Stevens still boasts an average of 460 inches of snowfall a year and an impressive, for a local mountain, 1,125 acres of skiable terrain. While the 13 lifts only […] Algird Zalpys | November 4, 2024 0 Comments
SnowBrains Forecast: Significant Snowfall Targets Washington Cascades Starting Monday A winter storm is set to impact the Washington Cascades beginning Monday morning, bringing substantial snowfall primarily to northern regions. Snowfall will commence in northern Washington and spread south and east throughout the day, with peak snowfall rates occurring early Monday afternoon. As snow levels drop later in the storm, several resorts can expect impressive accumulations, promising excellent early-season conditions. […] Weather WeatherBrains | November 3, 2024 0 Comments
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