Arizona Snowbowl

Arizona Snowbowl

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Perched at the majestic height of 9,500 feet in the San Francisco Peaks, Arizona Snowbowl offers a remarkable alpine experience in the heart of northern Arizona. Since 1938, this historic resort has welcomed skiers and snowboarders to explore 777 acres of diverse terrain, featuring everything from gentle learning slopes to challenging expert runs. The resort stands as a testament to Arizona's surprising winter possibilities, where desert meets mountain adventure.

Live Arizona Snowbowl Webcams

Snowbowl Gondola

Live
Elevation: 2910m / 9547ft

The Arizona Snowbowl webcam at the Gondola Base station offers a perfect vantage point to check current conditions. From an elevation of 2,910 meters, this live feed captures the bustling heart of the resort, giving you a real-time glimpse of the snow conditions and visitor activity at the base area.

Arizona Snowbowl's modern lift network ensures maximum mountain access with minimal wait times. The combination of high-speed quads, traditional chairlifts, and surface lifts serves 55 runs across the mountain. The Grand Canyon Express, reaching 11,500 feet, provides access to some of the most spectacular skiing in Arizona while offering breathtaking views of the Painted Desert and Grand Canyon.

Arizona Snowbowl Lift System
Total Ski Lifts = 8
Gondola
1
Gondola
6-Person Chair
1
6-Person Chair
Quad Chair
2
Quad Chair
Triple Chair
1
Triple Chair
Double Chair
1
Double Chair
Surface Lift
2
Surface Lift

Arizona Snowbowl Resort Elevation

11499ft3505mResort Summit2300ft701mVertical Drop9199ft2804mResort Base
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Trails

Total Runs

55

Total Area

777 ac

314.4 ha

Difficulty Distribution

Beginner
22%
Intermediate
43%
Advanced
22%
Expert
13%
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Location

Just 14 miles north of Flagstaff, Arizona Snowbowl combines easy accessibility with stunning natural beauty. The resort sits within the Coconino National Forest, surrounded by ancient bristlecone pines and aspens. The convenient location, only 2.5 hours from Phoenix, makes it perfect for both weekend getaways and extended mountain adventures. The high elevation ensures cooler temperatures and optimal snow conditions, creating an unexpected winter oasis in the Southwest.

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Season Info

Winter transforms the San Francisco Peaks into Arizona's premier snow destination, typically operating from mid-November through early April. Thanks to comprehensive snowmaking capabilities, the resort maintains reliable conditions throughout the season. While natural snowfall averages 260 inches annually, the sophisticated snowmaking system ensures consistent coverage across the mountain's varied terrain.

Current Season

2024 - 2025

Opening Day

11/7/2024

Closing Day

4/13/2025

Days Open

158

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Annual Snowfall

Metric

6.6m

660cm

Imperial

21.7ft

260in

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