Meadowlark?
Snow conditions for the southern horns would be greatly appreciated!
Snow conditions for the southern horns would be greatly appreciated!
2016/17 Big Horns N/S Snow conditions
- Thread starter Himark
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Drove over yesterday. Looks like the good spots had about 2 feet. Not really enough yet to have fun, but is rideable if you are careful. The west side of the pass had a lot more snow than the east side. As far as I know meadowlark lodge by the ski area is the only rooms available this year. The parking lot by the gas pump didn't look plowed so not sure if they will have gas up there this year. I don't think deer haven will be open this winter. I would say one good storm or two small storms and it will be worth riding up there. I do for sure know that a guy from buffalo has 5 new axys he is renting out of meadowlark and is offering guide service also. Call meadowlark if you want to know more or get snowfall reports as that powder river snotel sometimes isn't accurate.
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I appreciate the response shelbwyo! Can't beat actual been there info. Have deep respect for those that can share what they love and have in their backyard with those of us that have to travel to enjoy it. I try to do the same when people come into my backyard to hunt pheasants. Glad we can all enjoy and respect the great out door together.
I appreciate the response shelbwyo! Can't beat actual been there info. Have deep respect for those that can share what they love and have in their backyard with those of us that have to travel to enjoy it. I try to do the same when people come into my backyard to hunt pheasants. Glad we can all enjoy and respect the great out door together.
I did not ride up there but I've been up there enough to know how riding will be based on what you can see from the highway. I would say no for the south big horns imo. Just not enough yet to cover up the land mines to ride care free. The north horns have a little more snow after the last storm so that might be a better option. Calling for snow again this weekend, not sure how much. If it helps any I drove 4 extra hours to come ride togwotee this week because they have more snow.
Took the family up to high country over New Years. Conditions are fair for this time of year. The wind has really played a number on the snow pack. All of the ridge tops were blown bare, in the trees you could find hood deep snow fairly easily. Where the snow was soft you really had to watch out for rocks. Where the snow was set up it was very hard, like concrete hard.
I just drove up to take a look and it's rideable, the trail is groomed but I'm going to wait for one more shot before I go ride. The snow is up to the first rung of the fence most places and the wind was blowing a couple days ago so I assume there to be pockets of pretty decent snow.
Here's a pic at the bear lodge entrance
I also noticed bears rental fleet having some new g4s, a few proclimbs, '16 xmS, and a few pros. As well as the trail sleds
Here's a pic at the bear lodge entrance
I also noticed bears rental fleet having some new g4s, a few proclimbs, '16 xmS, and a few pros. As well as the trail sleds
please keep this post updated, I am debating a trip here 2nd week of february. went to togwotee turn of the year and it was fabulous but want to check out bear lodge now. just want to be sure theres decent snow.
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T Hallberg
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I was riding in the UP of Michigan the last few days am headed to Bear Lodge this Wednesday I'll post when we get back. Great site with good posts much appreciated.
Supposed to get 6+ inches tonight or tomarrow
Worth the drive from nd Josh?
Anyone ride up there this weekend? Got some guys thinking about heading out thursday night. Worth the trip? Any updates would be appreciated!
The storm ends Thursday, so it's really to be determined. It's rideable now but don't be mad if you loose an a arm. This storm has potential. Hopefully it dumps but it's thirty degrees at the bottom of the mountain currently.the majority of the storm is hitting cook if that helps, they are forcasted to get 2-3 feet
Thanks Josh riding horns with great snow you can lose an a arm at any time there.
The Horns are by far my favorite when the snow is good! Just can't beat it.
