Daily Conditions

Last Updated: Monday, March 2, 2026 at 9:00 am.

Temperature at the Summit (885m): 1°C

Temperature at Exit Gulley on Sky Pilot (1600m): 6°C

Projected Daytime High: 9°C

New snow in last 24 hrs: 0 cm

Depth of snow at the Summit (885m): 15cm

Depth of snow at the Sky Pilot snow plot (1040m): 102 cm. 0cm new in last 24hrs.

Warnings: Snow on all trails at Summit elevation. Always be prepared for changing backcountry conditions, and shorter winter daylight hours. Headlamps recommended!

Winds: Calm

Visibility: Bright and sunny, great visibility at all viewpoints.

Trail Conditions

Trail	Current Condition (Updated Daily)
Spirit Trail	100% covered with snow. Good winter walking. Frozen in the morning, softening as the day progresses. Some icy patches. Winter foot wear with good tread recommended. Crampons or snowshoes advised.
Panorama Trail	100% covered with snow. Good winter walking. Frozen in the morning, softening as the day progresses. Some icy patches. Winter foot wear with good tread recommended. Crampons or snowshoes advised.
Wonderland Lake Loop	100% covered with snow. Good winter walking. Frozen in the morning, softening as the day progresses. Some icy patches. Winter foot wear with good tread recommended. Crampons or snowshoes advised.
Alpine Alley	Closed for winter, see you in the spring!

Trail	Current Condition (Not Updated Daily)
Sea to Summit Trail	SEA TO SUMMIT TRAIL CLOSED Lower Sea to Summit trail starting at the Chief trail will be closed until further notice due to a rock slide covering the trail. Please do not enter the area. There is no estimated reopening timeframe for the trail.
The Climb	THE CLIMB OPEN Hikers can still access the Sea to Summit Trail via The Climb (Skatshn) trail. However, this trail is very challenging. Snow and ice will make conditions on The Climb challenging, and appropriate equipment and footwear are essential, Crampons or snowshoes recommended. This trail includes fixed ropes and steep, exposed terrain. Hikers must be prepared with appropriate gear for changing conditions as they gain elevation. Trail sections may be slippery without proper footwear. Crampons recommended. Allow plenty of time when travelling this long and demanding trail. If this is your first time hiking Sea To Summit trail or The Climb, we recommend leaving before 11am. Always carry a headlamp and extra gear. Be sure to carry sufficient water (one litre minimum). Note that cellular reception is not dependable on portions of this trail.
Al's Habrich Trail	Expect deep snow at higher portion of trail. Crampons or snowshoes advised. Summer entrance now closed, please use winter entrance.
Shannon Basin Loop	Lower section of loop has little snow coverage, while upper section has better snow coverage. Crampons or snowshoes advised. Note that cellular reception is not dependable on this loop trail.
Highline Trail	Closed for the winter, see you in the spring!
Sparky's Spin	Lower section of trail has little snow coverage, while upper section has good snow coverage. Crampons or snowshoes advised. Enjoy the old growth forest.
Neverland Loop Trail	Crampons or snowshoes advised. Expect deep snow at higher portion of trail.
Skyline RidgeTrail	Crampons or snowshoes advised. Expect deep snow at higher portion of trail.
Sky Pilot ValleyTrail	Expect deep snow at higher portion of trail. Crampons or snowshoes advised. Mountaineering equipment required beyond end of marked trail marker.
Access Road	Machine groomed. Good for walking and backcountry hiker/climber/mountaineer/skier/snowboarder access

ACTIVITIES

Activity	Current Info
Walking	Summit Frontcountry Trails: 100% covered with snow. Good winter walking. Frozen in the morning, softening as the day progresses. Some icy patches. Winter foot wear with good tread recommended. Crampons or snowshoes advised. Backyard Plaza: Snow covered. Machine groomed. Crampons advised.
Snowshoeing	Better at higher elevations. Marginal coverage on our front country trails. Snowshoe-only trails are open.
Snow Tubing	Opens today at 10am. Last ticket sold at 4:30pm or until conditions allow.
Ski and Snowboard Touring	Backcountry skis and snowboards will be allowed to go up gondola today. For some information about the area snowpack and conditions, visit snow.zenithguides.ca For information about avalanche conditions, visit avalanche.ca
Nordic Skiing	Open! Great condtions, especially in the morning.
Ice Skating	Closed.

GROOMING REPORT

Backcountry Access Road to Upper Shannon Creek bridge (3km return).	Groomed morning of March 2
Sky Pilot Valley Trail (5km return).	Groomed morning of March 2