Silverton Mountain, located in Silverton, Colorado, is known for its challenging terrain catering to advanced and expert skiers and snowboarders. This report provides an update on current conditions as of February 13th, according to onthesnow.com.
Current Conditions:
- Base Depth: 30 inches
- Lifts Open: 1 out of 1
- Acres Open: 1,819 acres
- Runs Open: 69 out of 69 (100% open)
- Mid-Mountain Powder Depth: 40 inches
- Summit Powder Depth: 50 inches
Recent Snowfall (as of Feb 13, per onthesnow.com):
- Past 24 Hours: 8 inches
- Preceding Day: 5 inches
Forecasted Snowfall (according to onthesnow.com):
- Next 24 Hours: 4 inches
- Following day: 0 inches
- Two days out: 0 inches
- Three days out: 2 inches
- Four days out: 6 inches
- Five days out: 8 inches
The summit powder depth is reportedly 53% of the average depth for this time of year, compared to an average of 57 inches on February 13th, according to onthesnow.com
About Silverton Mountain:
- Silverton Mountain opened in 2002.
- It is designed for advanced and expert skiers and riders only.
- The primary lift is a double chair, providing access to 1,819 acres of ungroomed terrain.
- An additional 22,000 acres are accessible by hiking and helicopter.
- Lift tickets include a guide during the regular winter season.
- Unguided skiing is permitted in the spring, conditions permitting.
- The mountain averages over 400 inches of snowfall annually.
- Silverton limits the number of unguided skiers and riders to 475 per day.
- Avalanche safety gear (beacon, probe, shovel) is required for all skiers and riders; rentals are available.
- Guided tours and heli-skiing options are available.
- Avalanche training is not required to ski at Silverton.
Important Considerations:
Silverton Mountain offers a unique backcountry experience with extreme terrain. Unguided skiing and snowboarding may be restricted at certain times of the season. Always check the official Silverton Mountain website for the most up-to-date information before planning your trip.
