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Wolf Creek Ski Area

The Most Snow in Colorado

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2025-2026 Ski Season

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Snow Report

Welcome to WolfCreekSki.com!

Wolf Creek Ski Area is open with 7 day a week operations!

The midway snow depth is currently at 33" inches.  The year-to-date snowfall total is 81" inches.

Snow Report Rundown:

  • Wolf Creek has 100% of terrain open & all lifts operating from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
  • Conditions are packed powder/machine groomed.  Expect some unmarked obstacles.  Overall skiing and riding conditions are good!
  • A full grooming report can be found on the Grooming Report Page.
  • The Meadow and Spur Loop Nordic trails are open.  They were groomed and track set on January 17th.

Today's Highlights:

  • Camp Robbers and Raven Riders 4-week kid's camp starts January 24th!  Get more details and sign up here:  Camp Robbers and Raven Riders Sign Up
  • Saturday, January 24th, the Wolf Creek Challenge Series returns with the Giant Slalom Race!  Individuals and teams are welcome to participate in the race that will feature over 40 gates.  For additional details, check out the poster.  Pre-register online at shop.WolfCreekSki.com.
  • Sunday, January 25, is College Day! Students with a current class schedule and valid college photo ID can purchase a $70 lift ticket!

Lift Information:

  • Alberta, Charity Jane, Elma, Treasure Stoke, Bonanza, Raven, Nova, Tumbler and Lynx Lifts are operating from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. 
  • Skiers and boarders have access to 100% of the mountain.

Lift Ticket & Season Passes:

  • Purchase lift tickets online to have a re-loadable ticket!
  • Re-loadable lift tickets allow you to print your tickets at a pick-up box or Ticket Office the first day, then go directly to lifts the remainder of the season! Re-loadable tickets will have an additional initial charge of $2.
  • Tickets purchased in-person at the Ticket Office are not re-loadable.
  • Lift tickets are at Regular Rates: $93 for adults, $62 for seniors, and $46 for children.

Services Available:

  • Ski & Snowboard School is available.
    • Reservations are highly recommended during peak periods.
    • Group Lessons are available at shop.WolfCreekSki.com.
    • Private Lessons are available by calling 970-264-5835.
  • Skis and boards are ready to rent in-person or at shop.WolfCreekSki.com.
    • Online rentals require a reservation at least two days prior to arrival. Walk-ins are also welcome.
    • Rental Shop opens at 7:00 a.m.
  • Alberta Grill in the Alberta Meadow is open and serving up a delicious menu to skiers and snowboarders!
  • The Wolf Creek Lodge, our main day lodge, is open, serving a full menu!
  • The Pathfinder Bar is available for purchasing beer, wine and cocktails.
  • The Prospector Grill is open from 7:00 a.m. to 4 p.m.
  • The Continental Espresso Bar is open and serving up locally roasted Steep Coffee. Stop in and try it out!
  • The Raven's Roost Pizzeria is open for the season! Stop in and grab a slice of freshly made pizza!
  • The Raven Grill is open!
  • The Base Camp Building is open to picnickers and has concessions available.
  • Treasure Sports has a great selection of new technical wear, as well as t-shirts, hats, and souvenirs.

Other Information:

  • Uphill traffic is permitted on Kelly Boyce to Divide Trail during lift operating hours. Purchase your uphill pass at the Ticket Office.

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If you have any questions, please email wolfcreekski@wolfcreekski.com.

Wolf Creek Ski Area is accepting applications for full-time, part-time and holiday positions in all departments: Lifts, Ski & Snowboard School, Food & Beverage including Bakers & Baristas, Base Operations, Ski & Snowboard Rental, Retail Sport Shop, Ticket Office, Snow Reporting/Guest Services, Ski Patrol, Grooming, Snow Removal, Custodial Building Maintenance and Freelance Photographer.  All jobs are winter seasonal (November – April).  All positions offer skiing privileges and competitive wages starting at $19/hour. Check out the Employment Page for a list of positions, job descriptions and to download an application!  Application submissions and questions can be directed to wolfcreekski@wolfcreekski.com.

** No vehicles are permitted to stay overnight in any parking lots, with the exception of the Snowshed (Overflow) Lot.  Wolf Creek Ski Area in conjunction with the United States Forest Service have developed policies & procedures available at this link.

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🚨🚨The West Side of Wolf Creek Pass will experience delays tomorrow, November 25th. The East Side of the pass will be open to the ski area. Full details above 👆 

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The first day of the 2025-26 ski season at Wolf Creek Ski Area is in the books! We hope to see you soon for some early season skiing and snowboarding 🏂 ⛷️ Visit WolfCreekSki.com for details and the most up to date information.

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📣📣 Tomorrow, November 22nd is the day!! Wolf Creek Ski Area opens for the 2025-2026 ski season!!

• Saturday, November 22nd will be the first day of the 2025-2026 ski season! Wolf Creek Ski Area will be open for 7-day-a-week operations!
• The Treasure, Bonanza, Nova, Tumbler and Lynx Lifts will be operating from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., giving access to roughly 20% of the mountain. The Magic Carpet will be open for the Wolf Pup & Wolf Rider Programs.
• Machine-groomed trails include Tranquility, Lower Navajo Trail, Powder Puff Valley, Charisma, Turnpike, Divide Trail/Kelly Boyce, Bunny Hop, Nova and Susan’s.
• Lift tickets will be at Local Appreciation rates; $70 for adults, $51 for seniors, and $35 for children. Tickets are reloadable this season, so an initial ticket will have an additional charge of $2.
• Ski School and Ski & Snowboard Rental will be open, as well as Treasure Sports.
• The Upper Lodge will be open and serving a limited menu including burgers, fries and chili. The Pathfinder Bar will also be available.
• As usual, with more snow and winter conditions, more terrain and lifts will open.
• Check WolfCreekSki.com or 1-800-SKI-WOLF for the most up-to-date information.

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Wolf Creek is HIRING! Full-time, part-time and holiday positions available for all departments. Download an application on the employment page of WolfCreekSki.com. Link in bio.

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General Contact Info

Address
WOLF CREEK SKI AREA
P.O. BOX 2800
PAGOSA SPRINGS, CO 81147
Email
WolfCreekSki@WolfCreekSki.com
Phone
(970) 264-5639
Snow Report
1-800-SKI-WOLF
Ski Patrol Dispatch - FOR EMERGENCIES ONLY
(970) 264-4325
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HOURS OF OPERATION

Normally lifts are open to the public from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.; however there are periods of time when this schedule does not apply. The public may see lifts opening at 9:00 a.m. early season or during a big storm cycle.
Please check the conditions page to confirm lift hours
RAVEN LIFT
8:30 A.M. - 4:00 P.M.
ALL OTHER LIFTS
8:30 A.M. - 4:00 P.M.
TICKET OFFICE
8:15 A.M. - 4:30 P.M.
HALF-DAY TICKETS
12:30 P.M.
RENTAL SHOPS
7:00 A.M. - 4:30 P.M.
TREASURE SPORTS
8:00 A.M. - 4:30 P.M.
NOEL SPORTS
9:00 A.M - 4:00 P.M.
BASE AREA EATERIES
8:30 A.M - 4:30 P.M.
CONTINENTAL ESPRESSO BAR
8:30 A.M - 2:45 P.M.
ON-MOUNTAIN EATERIES
11:00 A.M - 3:15 P.M.
PATHFINDER BAR
11:00 A.M - 4:30 P.M.

Employment

Wolf Creek Ski Area is hiring full-time, part-time and peak period employees for the 2025-2026 ski season!
View current job openings and complete an application.
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