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Snowboarding · Grand Mesa, CO

Powderhorn Mountain Resort Snowboarding

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Before you go

Live · nearest station Grand Junction, 22 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 7:06 pm.

66°

Thunderstorms

Feels like 66°

Trailhead temp

53° est. at 8,181 ft

Storm chance

31% tonight

Wind

15 mph SSE

UV index

0 low

Sun window

7:02 am to 7:06 pm

Colorado River near Cameo is running 1,350 cfs and falling, water 65°.

Distance

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Elevation gain

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High point

8,181ft

Season

Nov - Apr

About

Powderhorn Mountain Resort is a snowboarding destination located on the northern edge of the Grand Mesa in Western Colorado, approximately 35 to 45 miles east of Grand Junction. The resort sits at an elevation of 8,181 feet and is known for light, dry snowfall averaging over 250 inches annually. The terrain spans 1,600 acres with 1,650 vertical feet of drop, featuring a mix of wide-open groomers, glades, and tree skiing. The difficulty is rated as moderate, with 70% of the runs classified as beginner or intermediate. The resort is open from November through April. Practical amenities include parking, restrooms, a base lodge with a cafeteria and rental shop, and lodging options such as the Tiny Homes. The typical duration for a visit is about 8 hours.

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Gain

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Avg grade

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Steepest

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High point

8,181 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Restrooms available

Waypoints

1Base Area Parking8,156 ft

Latest snow reportgood

Check the resort website for current snow conditions and trail openings.

Reported Mar 3, 2025Verified

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