San Francisco Peaks near Flagstaff, Arizona
Arizona Snowbowl
Arizona Snowbowl is a San Francisco Peaks destination with distinct base lodges and lift zones. Its official map identifies Hart Prairie Lodge, Agassiz Lodge, the Arizona Gondola and Grand Canyon Express, useful names to learn before meeting a new group.
- Hart Prairie and Agassiz lodges
- Arizona Gondola
- Ski and snowboard instruction
Terrain and ability at Snowbowl
Snowbowl's map separates easier runs, more demanding terrain and freestyle features. The ski and ride school offers instruction for newcomers. Choose a current, open route for your ability; the map also marks terrain outside the resort boundary as unpatrolled.
Arrival, bases and lessons
Hart Prairie Lodge handles rental pickup and ski-school arrival, with check-in toward the Hart Prairie Lift. Agassiz Lodge is a different start for intermediate and advanced visitors. Check Snowbowl Road conditions before the drive and confirm the required shuttle or traction arrangements.
Plan a Snowbowl meetup
Say which lodge you mean rather than just 'Snowbowl base.' A group starting with lessons or rentals should agree on its pickup and check-in location first, then arrange a later meeting with friends exploring other lift zones.
Use the meetup message planner to agree on your date, terrain, pace and meeting point.
Snowbowl snow forecast
Forecast
Updated Sat, 3:13 PM MST
- TonightLow 41°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
Wind S 13 to 26 mph
- SundayHigh 44°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
Wind S 26 to 38 mph
- Sunday NightLow 36°F
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Wind S 25 to 36 mph
- Columbus DayHigh 39°F
Rain And Snow Showers then Slight Chance T-storms
Wind S 24 to 28 mph
- Monday NightLow 35°F
Rain And Snow Showers
Wind SW 26 mph
- TuesdayHigh 38°F
Snow Showers Likely
Wind SW 15 to 30 mph
- Tuesday NightLow 25°F
Slight Chance Snow Showers
Wind SW 6 to 13 mph
- WednesdayHigh 40°F
Sunny
Wind W 7 mph
- Wednesday NightLow 28°F
Mostly Clear
Wind N 6 to 12 mph
- ThursdayHigh 42°F
Sunny
Wind NE 12 to 15 mph
- Thursday NightLow 31°F
Mostly Clear
Wind NE 18 to 38 mph
- FridayHigh 43°F
Sunny
Wind NE 17 to 25 mph
- Friday NightLow 33°F
Mostly Clear
Wind NE 10 to 17 mph
- SaturdayHigh 45°F
Sunny
Wind NE 8 to 12 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.
Forecast source: National Weather Service. Check the update time and the resort's current operating report before confirming your day.
Official sources for this mountain guide
Guide reviewed . Use these resort sources for current maps, lesson meeting points and visitor information. Confirm tickets, reservations and open terrain for your date.
- Official winter trail and base map (opens in a new tab)
- Official winter arrival and lesson guide (opens in a new tab)
Ride Snowbowl with SkiBuds
Find people to ski Snowbowl 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.