Girdwood, Alaska
Alyeska Resort
Alyeska is in Girdwood, framed by the Chugach Mountains and Turnagain Arm. Its winter aerial tram connects the hotel-side base with the upper mountain, giving a visit a different layout from a resort organized around just one chairlift plaza.
- Chugach Mountain setting
- Girdwood destination
- Hotel-side aerial tram
Alyeska snow forecast
Forecast
Issued
First snow accumulation shown in this forecast: Mon, Nov 9, 2026. New snow accumulation of 1 to 3 inches (3 to 8 cm) possible. Then Mon, Nov 9, 2026 (night): 1 to 3 inches (3 to 8 cm) possible. Earlier, with no amount given: Sun, Nov 8, 2026 (night), isolated snow showers then slight chance light snow.
- Sun, Nov 8, 2026High 28°F (-2°C)Low 25°F (-4°C)
Partly Sunny
Night: Isolated Snow Showers then Slight Chance Light Snow
Wind calm (0 mph)
- Mon, Nov 9, 2026High 33°F (1°C)Low 32°F (0°C)
Snow
New snow accumulation of 1 to 3 inches (3 to 8 cm) possible.
Night: Snow then Heavy Rain
New snow accumulation of 1 to 3 inches (3 to 8 cm) possible.
Wind from the northeast, 5 mph (8 km/h)
- Tue, Nov 10, 2026High 38°F (3°C)Low 32°F (0°C)
Heavy Rain
Night: Rain And Snow Likely
Wind from the east, 5 to 20 mph (8 to 32 km/h)
- Wed, Nov 11, 2026High 36°F (2°C)Low 30°F (-1°C)
Rain And Snow Likely
Night: Rain And Snow Likely
New snow accumulation of less than one inch (under 2.5 cm) possible.
Wind calm (0 mph)
- Thu, Nov 12, 2026High 34°F (1°C)Low 25°F (-4°C)
Rain And Snow Likely
New snow accumulation of less than half an inch (under 1.3 cm) possible.
Night: Chance Rain And Snow
Wind calm (0 mph)
- Fri, Nov 13, 2026High 29°F (-2°C)Low 19°F (-7°C)
Slight Chance Light Snow
Night: Mostly Cloudy
Wind calm (0 mph)
- Sat, Nov 14, 2026High 24°F (-4°C)Low 16°F (-9°C)
Partly Sunny
Night: Partly Cloudy
Wind calm (0 mph)
Forecast for the resort’s coordinates from National Weather Service (opens in a new tab). Conditions vary with elevation. It is a weather forecast, not an avalanche or terrain assessment. Leaving the ski area boundary? Check the regional avalanche forecast (opens in a new tab). Times are the resort’s local time.
Forecast source: National Weather Service. Check the update time and the resort's current operating report before confirming your day.
Terrain and ability at Alyeska
Use Alyeska's official winter map to choose ski and snowboard terrain for your group. A tram sightseeing visit and a day riding the slopes are different plans; confirm the product and mountain access each person intends to use.
Arrival, bases and lessons
The resort lists November 28, 2026, as its planned opening for the 2026/27 winter season. Before travelling to Girdwood, check the current mountain report and tram and hotel access notices; maintenance and seasonal operations can change.
Plan a meetup at Alyeska
Specify whether you mean the Hotel Alyeska tram base or the daylodge side shown on the resort map. Agree on a public landmark and a regrouping time so hotel guests and arriving day visitors start in the same place.
Use the meetup message planner for Alyeska to agree on your date, terrain, pace and meeting point.
Official sources for this mountain guide
Guide checked against these official sources on . Use these resort sources for current maps, lesson meeting points and visitor information. Confirm tickets, reservations and open terrain for your date.
- Official Girdwood overview (opens in a new tab)
- Official winter aerial tram information (opens in a new tab)
- Official resort and trail map (2024 PDF) (opens in a new tab)
- Official winter mountain report (opens in a new tab)
- Official hotel access and tram notices (opens in a new tab)
Spot something out of date? Email powwowllc1@gmail.com and we'll check it against the resort.
Ride Alyeska with SkiBuds
Find people to ski Alyeska with
Start with the date, terrain, pace, and a public meeting point. Confirm lift access and the resort's current report before the day. SkiBuds' rebuilt app is coming soon, with rider discovery and conversations to help you plan with ski and snowboard friends.
Use the snow forecast guide and powder-day group plan to confirm the weather together. Explore more Alaska mountains and riding meetups.
Closest resorts to Alyeska
- Whistler BlackcombBritish Columbia · 1,254 mi (2,017 km)
- Cypress MountainBritish Columbia · 1,283 mi (2,064 km)
- Mt. Baker Ski AreaWashington · 1,356 mi (2,182 km)
Straight-line distance. Mountain roads make the drive longer.