Western Ski Resort’s Struggles Continue as Vail Mountain, CO, Records Lowest Snowpack in 47 Years Vail Mountain has recorded its lowest snowpack in 47 years, with just 67 inches of snow so far this season. It has been a tough season so far for many resorts located in the Rockies and out West. “We experienced one of the worst early-season snowfalls in the Western U.S. in over 30 years,” Rob Katz, Chief Executive Officer, said […] Industry News Gregg Frantz | January 19, 2026 1 Comment