Mountain Report
See what’s happening on the mountain, how the snow is falling, how the trails are faring, and what you can expect for your upcoming hike and snow days.
Daily Report
Friday, December 13, 7:00 AM
Back in the Saddle again! We are back to 7-day-a-week operations, and it feels so good. Snowmakers cranked hydrants and those guns were blowing snow all day and, along with some strong snow squalls totaling 2″, we are in a good position for the weekend.
The South Branch, Rangeley, and Kennebago Quads will spin at 9 a.m. We will ride top-to-bottom on groomed terrain to start the day. Tri Color, Mickey Finn, Green Weaver, Upper Hudson Highway, Blue Devil, Royal Tiger, Smelt Streamer, Wheeler Slope, and new to the party will be Silver Doctor. There will be no beginner terrain off the Rangeley until Lower Hudson Highway gets a couple of more inches to make grooming possible. That should come in the next week. The Lodge Park will be open for those looking to grind some steel.
“Despite the challenges we saw earlier this week, we made it through much better than expected,” says Mountain Manager Emerson. “Also, if you think you see powder on the sides of the trails, you didn’t.” Stay safe out there. “It might look like powder. It’s not.” Today will be mint to get on those edges. If you haven’t stopped by to see Jake in the tune shop, this weekend will be perfect for getting that start-of-season tune and setting a new edge.
Temps will be in the upper teens at the base lodge and near 10 at the summit. It will be partly sunny at times with more flurries throughout the day. Saturday looks similar, and possibly bluebird, with a warmup and clouds incoming Sunday. Temps will be superb for snowmaking overnight through the weekend, so expect to see some whales out there! Please remember, these guns have high-voltage electricity and high-pressure hoses. We mark them with caution poles but stay clear of the machines for both your safety and our snowmakers.
We have a sale on $10 base layers at The Saddleback Gear Company. Stop by and snag a stocking stuffer that will warm more than just hearts.
There are a handful of spots left for the season long All Mountain Adventurers and Tune-Up Tuesday programs. We also are filling up for Winter and February Break group and private lessons. So, make sure to book your spot now to not miss out on the fun. Private lesson requests are currently being taken over the phone at 207-864-5671.
Trail Map
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Interactive Winter Trail Map
What’s Happening on the Mountain
- Your sunset table at The Pub is waiting! View our menu + hours of operations.
- The Nest will host a NYE Alpine Dinner. Click HERE to view more details.
- Base Camp Supply has new hats and shirts in stock. Come check out the awesome new swag plus a deal on $10 base layers. Can’t make it up? No problem! Shop our online store.
- Saddleback Gear Company has new boards and skis in stock along with all the other clothing needed to shred the Saddle.
- The Tune Shop is opening and prepping gear. Make it easy by booking your service ahead of time and dropping of your gear.
- There are a handful of spots left for the season long All Mountain Adventurers and Tune-Up Tuesday programs. We also are filling up for Winter and February Break group and private lessons. So, make sure to book your spot now to not miss out on the fun. Private lesson requests are currently being taken over the phone 207-864-5671.
Mountain Overview
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Uphill Travel
Earn your turns at Saddleback
Explore Saddleback’s uphill trail and gain a whole new perspective of Maine’s Favorite Mountain. The uphill trail is outlined in yellow on the trail map. Please pay attention to all safety alerts, trail signs and updates before going uphill. All uphill travel is done at the individual’s own risk. All Uphill Travelers agree to read and adhere to Saddleback’s UPHILL POLICY & CODE OF CONDUCT.
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Contact Ski Patrol
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