EAGLECREST SKI AREA
CONDITIONS
CONDITIONS
Updated Apr 9, 2023 6:32 AM
| CONDITIONS | BASE | SUMMIT |
|---|---|---|
| Temp | 34 | 29 |
| Wind | 10-15 mph | 25-30 mph |
| New Snow: 24hr | 0" | 5" |
| New Snow: 48hr | 0" | 9" |
| Season Snowfall | 182" | 426" |
| Snowpack | 51" | 146" |
| * Denotes unofficial morning measurement | ||
| DATE | SUMMIT NEW SNOW | SUMMIT SNOWPACK | BASE NEW SNOW | BASE SNOWPACK | NOTES |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04.01.23 | 3 | 154 | 1 | 44 | |
| 04.05.23 | 3 | 154 | 2 | 44 | |
| 04.06.23 | 6 | 154 | 0 | 44 | |
| 04.07.23 | 5 | 154 | 0 | 44 | |
| 04.08.23 | 4 | 154 | 0 | 44 | |
| 04.09.23 | 5 | 154 | 0 | 44 |
Fish Creek Road is a State Highway. Alaska DOT plows the road each morning prior to opening and will return as needed throughout the day. Eaglecrest is the highest road accessible point in Juneau. Be prepared for winter driving and use 4WD, AWD, studded tires, or chains whenever necessary.
OPENING DAY: TBD
Huge thanks to the entire Mountain Operations Team for putting in a valiant effort to capture a very short window of snowmaking temperatures to fortify the lower mountain. We ran 21 guns, a record for Eaglecrest, for 18 hours. Unfortunately the forecasted temperatures never quite materialized to give us quality production. Nonetheless, we added a little depth to our existing piles and left nothing to chance.
As far as opening day is concerned, it’s now up to Mother Nature as much as it is up to us. With the variety of forecasted conditions over the next 5 days across various weather models, it is impossible to predict when Opening Day will be at this point. As soon as we have new information and an opening date, we will share it here, and online in conditions report.
We'll be ready to make snow again as soon as temps arrive. Let's keep those snow dances going as it is looking like there is a chance for significant natural snowfall over the next 10 days that will allow us to officially get the season rolling. For those enthusiastic hikers please be aware that we have very little snow anywhere with hazards everywhere. Steer clear of snowmaking equipment, cables, hoses, and cats. Hopefully, that will change in the next couple of days.
NORDIC (4.9): Final day of the season! Lots of new precip last night and yesterday, but fresh grooming this morning. The early bird will get the worm today as things will soften up quickly with new precip. The lower loop has been groomed for both classic and skate skiing. No dogs are allowed on the regular lower loop trails.
The upper loop has also been groomed for both classic and skate skiing. Trickster access is open!
Updated Apr 9, 2023 6:35 AM
| Trail | Status |
|---|---|
| Lower Trails | Groomed |
| Upper Trails | Groomed |
TERRAIN STATUS
Updated Apr 9, 2023 3:57 PM
| CHAIRLIFT | STATUS |
|---|---|
| Ptarmigan | Closed |
| Porcupine | Closed |
| Black Bear | Closed |
| Hooter | Closed |
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Updated Apr 9, 2023 3:57 PM
| TERRAIN | STATUS |
|---|---|
| East Bowl Chutes | Closed |
| West Bowl | Closed |
| Pittman's Ridge | Closed |
| Steep Chutes | Closed |
| Beacon Park | Closed |
| Terrain Park (Ego) | Closed |
| Gates close 30 minutes before last chair. Entry into closed areas or gates is against state law, and may result in a loss of skiing/riding privileges. | |
Updated Apr 9, 2023 6:33 AM
Trail Status
Muskeg Groomed
Dolly Varden Groomed
Platter Chutes Groomed
Stickleback Groomed
Black Bear Access Groomed
Sneaky Groomed
Sourdough Groomed
Easy Bowl Groomed
Williwaw Groomed
Otter Slide Groomed
Upper Sluice Box Groomed
Grubstake Groomed
Trickster Groomed
Updated Apr 9, 2023 6:33 AM
| Trail | Status |
|---|---|
| Ego | Groomed |
| Lower Hilary's | Groomed |
| Hilary's | Not Groomed |
| Log Jam | Groomed |
| Log Jam Runout | Groomed |
| Raven | Not Groomed |
| Raven Runout | Groomed |
| Barrel Roll | Not Groomed |
| Inside Passage | Groomed |
| Nugget | Not Groomed |
| Cheechako | Groomed |
| Motherlode | Groomed |
| Drifter | Not Groomed |
| Marmot | Groomed |
| Vertigo | Not Groomed |
| Sundance | Not Groomed |
| Breakfast Bowl | Groomed |
Updated Apr 9, 2023 6:33 AM
| Trail | Status |
|---|---|
| East Bowl Chutes | Check Gate Status Above |
| West Bowl | Check Gate Status Above |
| Steep Chutes | Check Gate Status Above |
| Spruce Chute (lower & runout) | Groomed |
| Insane | Not Groomed |
| Bear Trap | Not Groomed |
| Waterfall | Not Groomed |
| Most | Not Groomed |
| Face | Not Groomed |
| Wolverine | Not Groomed |
| Hang Ten | Not Groomed |
Updated Apr 9, 2023 3:57 PM
| UPHILL STATUS | |
|---|---|
| See Mountain Report. On operating days, uphill access is not permitted within the ski area boundary. There are three designated routes along the ski area boundary to access backcountry terrain, not Eaglecrest terrain. Please refer to the uphill route map and read the uphill policy. Eaglecrest reserves the right to suspend uphill access at any time for ski patrol and mountain operations. This includes operating and non-operating days and hours. Uphill skiers, snowboarders, and hikers are using the area at their own risk and assume all responsibility. Always read the Mountain Report or call the Snow Phone before visiting. |
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FORECAST
The National Weather Service’s Juneau Office provides extended forecasts for Eaglecrest at 1,600′ and 2,400′ above sea level. For reference, the parking lot is at 1,130′ and the summit is 2,750′.
Hourly weather forecast graphs for Eaglecrest at 1,600′ and 2,400′ above sea level. You may select additional weather elements.
The forecast discussion is usually updated once in the early morning and again mid-afternoon.
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- Global Forecast System (GFS) – This is NOAA’s primary forecasting model
- European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts (ECMWF)
- North American Mesoscale Forecast System (NAM)
- Meteoblue
WEBCAMS
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