Mt. Hood Skibowl Closed Indefinitely, but Hope Is On The Horizon

It's been a rough season out west, and a new development at Mt. Hood Skibowl, one of Oregon's most popular ski areas, was a blow to many who were hoping February would bring cooler and snowier weather.

Skibowl announced on January 31, 2026, that it had suspended operations, effective immediately, due to "current snow and weather conditions". The ski area, which is lower in elevation than its neighbors, received heavy rainfall over the past week.

Combined with warm temperatures and little natural snowfall this season to date, Skibowl was forced to press pause on the season indefinitely. A message on the resort's webpage states, "Skiing and Riding operations have been suspended until further notice. Tubing remains OPEN and operating normally for all Day & Cosmic sessions. Online reservations recommended."

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OpenSnow, a popular weather app used by skiers, is forecasting more rain to fall today, February 2nd. A dry period will take hold for the remainder of the week, and then snow could return on Sunday, February 8, but the storm's timing, freezing levels, and totals are not yet confirmed.

Also in Oregon, Mt. Ashland has paused its ski season indefinitely due to warm temperatures and a lack of snow. The non-profit ski area has been closed since Thursday, January 15, 2026, and has not updated its Mountain Report since.

The last message on Mt. Ashland's website reads, "Beginning Thursday, January 15, 2026, Mt. Ashland Ski Area is forced to pause Ski Operations indefinitely due to low snowpack, warm weather in the forecast and no snowfall projected. All terrain and chairlifts are closed."

Things are looking bleak at ski areas like Mt. Ashland and Mt. Hood Skibowl, but our friends at Powderchasers are forecasting a shift in the weather pattern to occur next week. "Next week, finally, shows a crack in the lid," writes Powderchasers.

Stay tuned for what could be a season-saving storm. Here's hoping!

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