Ski resort opening dates 2026-27
Of the resorts Snow Way tracks, Arapahoe Basin has the earliest 2026-27 opening date (October 28). Most western resorts open between mid-November and early December, depending on snow.
Dates checked November 5, 2026 from resort announcements, the Ikon and Vail Resorts opening lists, and local news, with a source for each. Resorts can open early or delay with conditions.
Open now
| Resort | Opened | 7-day snow |
|---|---|---|
| Arapahoe BasinColorado | Wed, Oct 28 | 0.0" |
| KeystoneColorado | Fri, Oct 30 | 0.0" |
| Wolf CreekColorado | Sat, Oct 31 | 0.0" |
| Lake LouiseAlberta | Sun, Nov 1 | 1.5" |
| Mammoth MountainCalifornia | Thu, Nov 5 | 0.0" |
Scheduled openings
| Resort | Opening | 7-day snow |
|---|---|---|
| BreckenridgeColorado | Fri, Nov 6 | 0.0" |
| Brian HeadUtah | Fri, Nov 6 | 0.0" |
| Copper MountainColorado | Fri, Nov 6 | 0.0" |
| Mt. RoseNevada | Fri, Nov 6 | 0.0" |
| EldoraColorado | Fri, Nov 13 | 0.0" |
| VailColorado | Fri, Nov 13 | 0.0" |
| Sunday RiverMaine | Sun, Nov 15 | 3.9" |
| AltaUtah | Fri, Nov 20 | 0.0" |
| Arizona SnowbowlArizona | Fri, Nov 20 | 0.9" |
| Grand TargheeWyoming | Fri, Nov 20 | 0.0" |
| HeavenlyCalifornia | Fri, Nov 20 | 0.0" |
| NorthstarCalifornia | Fri, Nov 20 | 0.0" |
| Park CityUtah | Fri, Nov 20 | 0.0" |
| PurgatoryColorado | Fri, Nov 20 | 0.0" |
| SolitudeUtah | Fri, Nov 20 | 0.0" |
| SugarloafMaine | Fri, Nov 20 | 14.5" |
| Whistler BlackcombBritish Columbia | Fri, Nov 20 | 49.4" |
| Mount SnowVermont | Sat, Nov 21 | 2.3" |
| OkemoVermont | Sat, Nov 21 | 3.7" |
| SteamboatColorado | Sat, Nov 21 | 0.0" |
| StoweVermont | Sat, Nov 21 | 0.9" |
| SugarbushVermont | Sat, Nov 21 | 2.7" |
| Sun PeaksBritish Columbia | Sat, Nov 21 | 1.2" |
| Beaver CreekColorado | Wed, Nov 25 | 0.0" |
| Big SkyMontana | Wed, Nov 25 | 0.0" |
| Crested ButteColorado | Wed, Nov 25 | 0.1" |
| Palisades TahoeCalifornia | Wed, Nov 25 | 0.0" |
| SnowshoeWest Virginia | Wed, Nov 25 | 0.1" |
| StrattonVermont | Wed, Nov 25 | 3.3" |
| Aspen SnowmassColorado | Thu, Nov 26 | 0.0" |
| Mont TremblantQuebec | Thu, Nov 26 | 2.9" |
| Sun ValleyIdaho | Thu, Nov 26 | 0.0" |
| Taos Ski ValleyNew Mexico | Thu, Nov 26 | 0.0" |
| TellurideColorado | Thu, Nov 26 | 0.1" |
| Crystal MountainWashington | Fri, Nov 27 | 7.1" |
| Jackson HoleWyoming | Fri, Nov 27 | 0.0" |
| SchweitzerIdaho | Fri, Nov 27 | 4.1" |
| SnowbasinUtah | Fri, Nov 27 | 0.0" |
| SnowbirdUtah | Fri, Nov 27 | 0.0" |
| Sugar BowlCalifornia | Fri, Nov 27 | 0.0" |
| AlyeskaAlaska | Sat, Nov 28 | 20.5" |
| FernieBritish Columbia | Fri, Dec 4 | 0.4" |
| KirkwoodCalifornia | Fri, Dec 4 | 0.0" |
| Mt. BachelorOregon | Fri, Dec 4 | 0.6" |
| PanoramaBritish Columbia | Fri, Dec 4 | 2.1" |
| Stevens PassWashington | Fri, Dec 4 | 4.0" |
| Deer ValleyUtah | Sat, Dec 5 | 0.0" |
| Le Massif de CharlevoixQuebec | Sat, Dec 5 | 0.7" |
| RevelstokeBritish Columbia | Sat, Dec 5 | 1.4" |
| Powder MountainUtah | Fri, Dec 11 | 0.2" |
| Red MountainBritish Columbia | Sat, Dec 12 | 1.0" |
Opening date not yet announced
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Opening day FAQ
When do ski resorts open for the 2026-27 season?
Of the resorts Snow Way tracks, Arapahoe Basin has the earliest 2026-27 opening date (October 28). Most western resorts open between mid-November and early December, depending on snow.
Which ski resorts are open right now?
As of November 5, 2026, these resorts had opened for 2026-27: Arapahoe Basin, Keystone, Wolf Creek, Lake Louise, and Mammoth Mountain.
When does Breckenridge open for 2026-27?
Breckenridge is scheduled to open on November 6, 2026. Opening dates can move with the snow.
When does Vail open for 2026-27?
Vail is scheduled to open on November 13, 2026. Opening dates can move with the snow.
When does Park City open for 2026-27?
Park City is scheduled to open on November 20, 2026. Opening dates can move with the snow.
When does Whistler Blackcomb open for 2026-27?
Whistler Blackcomb is scheduled to open on November 20, 2026. Opening dates can move with the snow.
When does Palisades Tahoe open for 2026-27?
Palisades Tahoe is scheduled to open on November 25, 2026. Opening dates can move with the snow.
When does Jackson Hole open for 2026-27?
Jackson Hole is scheduled to open on November 27, 2026. Opening dates can move with the snow.