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    Wyoming, USA

    Snowy Range

    33 runs, 75 acres at 8,796ft base in Medicine Bow National Forest. Closest ski area to Laramie.

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    Season 2026 - 2027
    Opens
    11 Dec 2026
    Closes
    28 Mar 2027
    Days open
    107
    Annual snow
    230in
    Snow record
    0in
    2026-27 so far
    0% of a typical winter49in
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    The Overview
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    Michael Fulton
    Melbourne-based skier and snowboarder with 50+ resorts across 5 continents. Specialises in Australian resorts and international resort comparisons.

    Snowy Range's summit reaches 9,633 feet, dropping 837 vertical feet to a base at 8,796 feet across 33 runs spread over 75 acres in the Medicine Bow National Forest. Terrain splits 40 per cent intermediate, 30 per cent advanced and 30 per cent beginner, with no expert-rated runs. The 8,796-foot base is among the highest of any Wyoming ski area. Average annual snowfall reaches roughly 230 inches, and the resort carries no major multi-resort pass affiliation.

    At 75 acres, Snowy Range is one of the smallest ski areas in Wyoming, with 33 runs packed into a compact footprint relative to its run count. The 837-foot vertical drop is modest, suiting the resort's intermediate-leaning terrain split. Three lifts serve the full mountain, keeping travel between runs short. The absence of expert-rated terrain makes this a more approachable mountain than nearby higher-vertical resorts.

    Snowy Range sits within the Medicine Bow National Forest, an area used historically by the Northern Arapaho, Oglala Sioux, Northern Cheyenne, Eastern Shoshone and White River Ute peoples. The Snowy Range itself was named in 1871 for the high peaks that hold snow through summer. Nearby Snowy Range Lodge, built in 1919 and completed in 1924, predates the ski area and now sits on the National Register of Historic Places. The ski area's high-elevation forest setting gives it a more rugged, undeveloped character than Wyoming's larger destination resorts.

    With no major pass affiliation, Snowy Range operates independently of the Ikon, Epic, Indy and Mountain Collective networks used by larger Wyoming resorts. Adult day tickets range from 54 to 74 US dollars depending on date and peak status, with a season pass priced at 399 dollars. A senior ticket for skiers 70 and over is free. The resort suits University of Wyoming students and Laramie-area locals seeking an accessible, affordable mountain over a destination resort experience.

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    Runs
    75 acres
    Skiable
    230in
    Annual snow
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    The Terrain

    33 runs across 75 acres skiable

    Snowy Range is a small, family-oriented ski area in the Medicine Bow National Forest, covering just 75 acres (30 hectares). Its base sits at 8,800 ft (2,681 m), among the highest in Wyoming, rising to 9,630 ft (2,936 m) for a vertical of 840 ft (255 m). The 33 runs divide into 30% beginner, 40% intermediate and 30% advanced, with no expert-rated terrain. A double chair, a triple chair and a surface lift handle uphill traffic, and annual snowfall is reported at about 230 inches. It is a compact mountain where nothing is far from the base.

    Runs are short, so the appeal is repeat laps and an easy day rather than big descents. Intermediate cruisers make up the largest share, advanced skiers have some steeper pitches, and a terrain park gives riders something to practise on. Beyond skiing, night tubing and child care are offered on weekends, which makes it simple for families to spend a full day here. Snowy Range suits learners, families and University of Wyoming students based in Laramie, about 32 miles away, who want a friendly, affordable local hill with high-elevation snow and none of the queues found at bigger areas.

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    33 runs across 4 grades
    Beginner10 runs · 30%
    Intermediate13 runs · 40%
    Advanced10 runs · 30%
    Expert0 runs · 0%
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    When to visit Snowy Range

    The 2025-26 season at Snowy Range ran from 7 December 2025 to 29 March 2026, a roughly sixteen-week window. The resort's high base elevation of 8,796 feet supports a reasonably long season despite its small size and modest 837-foot vertical drop. Season dates shift year to year based on snowpack in the Medicine Bow National Forest. The late March close is typical for a mountain at this elevation without a major snowmaking investment.

    Average annual snowfall of roughly 230 inches supports Snowy Range's season length, drawing on the Medicine Bow range's position to catch weather systems crossing southeastern Wyoming. The mountain's 8,796-foot base helps retain snow better than lower-elevation areas nearby. Specific snowmaking coverage is not confirmed in available resort information, suggesting a heavier reliance on natural snowfall than at larger, investment-backed resorts. Base depth and season totals vary year to year with Medicine Bow snowpack.

    January and February typically offer the most reliable conditions once the season's snowpack has built up across the compact 75-acre terrain. The resort's proximity to Laramie, 32 miles away, makes it a practical option for University of Wyoming students and staff throughout the winter. Weekday visits are likely quieter than weekends, given the resort's role serving a local rather than destination market. Late-season conditions in March can vary with Medicine Bow's spring snowpack pattern.

    Snowy Range does not appear to operate night skiing or a documented events calendar based on available resort information. The area's role as an accessible, affordable mountain for the Laramie region shapes its operating priorities more than event programming. The historic Snowy Range Lodge nearby, dating to 1924, offers a separate lodging and dining draw beyond the ski area itself. As one of Wyoming's smaller ski areas, the calendar centres on straightforward, reliable weekend and holiday operation.

    Season 2026 - 2027
    11 Dec 2026
    Opens
    28 Mar 2027
    Closes
    107
    Days open
    230 in
    Annual snow
    The record

    Historical snowfall at Snowy Range

    Daily snow reports at Snowy Range go back to 2025, 2 winters on the books. Open the record to compare winters, lifts and piste.

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    Snowiest day
    28 Dec 2025
    0 in
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    Getting there

    Getting to Snowy Range, and where to stay

    Snowy Range sits within the Medicine Bow National Forest in southeastern Wyoming, roughly five miles from the small town of Centennial. Base elevation is 8,796 feet, with the summit reaching 9,633 feet across an 837-foot vertical drop. The Snowy Range peaks themselves, visible from the ski area, hold snow through much of the summer, the source of the range's 1871 name. The surrounding forest is high-elevation and undeveloped rather than a built-up resort corridor.

    Laramie, home to the University of Wyoming, lies 32 miles away, making Snowy Range the closest ski area to the university town. Centennial, the nearer of the two, offers a smaller service town directly on the approach route. The Medicine Bow National Forest carries deep historical significance, having been used by the Northern Arapaho, Oglala Sioux, Northern Cheyenne, Eastern Shoshone and White River Ute peoples. The historic Snowy Range Lodge, built in the 1920s, sits nearby as a separate lodging landmark.

    Wyoming Highway 130, the Snowy Range Scenic Byway, provides the main access route from Laramie through Centennial to the ski area. The drive from Laramie takes under an hour under normal winter conditions, climbing steadily into the Medicine Bow range. Winter driving on the byway can include snowpack and closures during heavy storms, given the route's high-elevation forest crossing. No public transport service runs to the resort, making a car the only practical way to arrive.

    Laramie Regional Airport offers limited commercial service and is the nearest airport, roughly 32 miles from the resort. Denver International Airport, around three hours south by road, offers substantially more flight options for visitors from further afield. Cheyenne Regional Airport provides a closer but more limited alternative to Denver. Most visitors drive to Snowy Range from Laramie or Denver rather than flying directly into a nearby regional airport.

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    11 Dec 2026 - 28 Mar 2027

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    Wind26 mph W

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    Understanding the Snowy Range snow report

    Get the latest Snowy Range snow report — real-time snowfall, snow depth, and mountain weather for this Wyoming resort, spanning 2681m to 2936m in elevation.

    Snow measurements

    Snow depth at Snowy Range is tracked at both the base and summit, since the two elevations often see different totals — roughly a 255m difference here. We report fresh snowfall over the last 24 hours and 7 days alongside the running season total, in both metric and imperial units.

    Weather conditions

    Wind and temperature swings matter as much as fresh snowfall. Cold, calm conditions hold snow quality well, while wind-loading or a warm-up can change things quickly — especially given the elevation spread between Snowy Range's base and summit.

    Data sources

    Snowy Range snow data is collected through a combination of on-mountain reports and weather forecasting services, giving you both official resort updates and independent forecast data in one place. The mountain is served by 3 lifts in total.

    When to check

    Snow reports are typically updated early morning and late afternoon. For the most current conditions, check back regularly, especially if a winter storm is approaching.

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