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Powderhorn Ski Resort Guide

Powderhorn, United States

Rated: 4/5 (from 6 ratings)

Ski Area Highlights
Recommended ForExpert Skiers, Intermediates, Beginners, Snowboarders, Snowfall and Apres-Ski!
Highest Lift3,000m9,843ft
Resort Height2,499m8,199ft
 Nearest AirportsMinneapolis and Chippewa Valley
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Powderhorn

The ski area of Powderhorn is in the American Rockies at an altitude of 2,499m8,199ft.

Summary

Powderhorn has direct access to 27 marked pistes, served by a total of 4 ski lifts.

The ski resort itself is at 2,499m8,199ft, so skiing or boarding back to the resort is usually possible. With ski lifts as high as 3,000m9,843ft, skiing and snowboarding is assured throughout the season.

Skiing

There are a variety of pistes to suit all levels of skier ability, from Beginner to Expert.

Snowboarding

Powderhorn is highly rated by Snowboarders and there are a variety of Snow and Terrain Parks in Powderhorn.

Notable Ski Runs

The longest possible descent in Powderhorn is 3km2 miles long and the most difficult run is the 'Powder Keg'.

Snow and Weather

When will it snow in Powderhorn?

The next notable snow forecast is 3cm1in, expected on 10 April.

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Ski Area Stats

Powderhorn Ski Area

Piste and Lift Stats
Black Pistes
Expert Trails
 4 
Red Pistes
Intermediate Runs
 4 
Blue Pistes
Easy Trails
14
Green Pistes
Beginner Runs
 5 
Cross Country
Total Length
12km7 miles
Ski Lifts
Number of Lifts
4

Altitudes & Slopes

Powderhorn Ski Area Heights

Lift Heights and Resort Altitude
Highest Lift3,000m9,843ft
Lowest Piste2,500m8,202ft
Resort Altitude (Powderhorn)2,499m8,199ft

Ski Slope Aspects

N

Powderhorn has ski slopes facing north (good for keeping the snow).

Ratings & Suitability

Ratings for Powderhorn
Expert Skiers
Intermediate Skiers
Beginners
Snowboarding
Snow
Apres-Ski

Location and Map

Where is Powderhorn?

This ski resort is in the American Rockies in Pend Oreille, Colorado.

Map

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How to get there

 By Air

The nearest airport to Powderhorn is Minneapolis, 17 minutes drive away.

Chippewa Valley airport is also within three hours drive.

Minneapolis is just one hours drive away, in good driving conditions, so you can be on the piste quickly.

Infrastructure

Ski Lift Capacity

The four ski lifts are able to uplift 4,370 skiers and snowboarders every hour.

Snow Making

Snow-making is available, with 2 snow cannons.

Season Dates

When is Powderhorn open?

We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.

NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.

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