It’s a funny thing to be a skier or snowboarder. Our happiness is dependent one big factor that’s out of our control: weather. Some might say that this reliance on unpredictable snow forecasts and actual snowfall shows that we all have a screw loose. However, if you’re hooked on skiing and snowboarding like we are, then you’re asking the same question right now—is the snow going to be awesome at my home resort this winter?
As winter approaches, our collective attention on snow forecasts peaks. We start combing weather websites for clues, comparing expert opinions and indulging in superstitious behavior (because sacrificing a pair of skis to the snow gods can’t hurt, right?!). But there’s another sign of our affliction that puzzles non-skiers: we get ridiculously excited at the sight of new-snow photos, whether it’s a sad centimeter weighing down the last summer blooms or an early-season dump covering ski runs with a promising base layer.
In homage to our shared psychosis, we are posting all the best new-snow photos (and perhaps a video or two) from ski resorts around the world. Check back here for the latest and greatest eye candy that will affirm our hopes… it will in fact snow this ski season.
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Photos of new snow at ski resorts
A magical, snowy sunrise in Breck on Oct. 22 | Photo: Breckenridge Ski Resort
Breckridge wakes up to a frosty morning on Oct. 22 | Photo: Breckenridge Ski Resort
Breckenridge snow on Oct. 22 | Photo: Breckenridge Ski Resort
Snowmass at the intersection of seasons, Oct, 13 | Photo: Jeremy Swanson, Aspen Snowmass
Moody Maroon Bells, outside of Aspen on Oct. 13 | Photo: Jeremy Swanson, Aspen Snowmass
You can still drive up to the Maroon Bells, but the snow will close the road soon | Photo: Jeremy Swanson, Aspen Snowmass
Copper Mountain woke up to 9 inches of new snow on Oct. 13. | Photo: Tripp Fay, Copper Mountain Resort
Copper Mountain is prepping for its Halloween opening day, and 9 inches is helping its cause | Photo: Tripp Fay, Copper Mountain Resort
Winter showed up at Copper and delivered 9 inches of snow | Photo: Tripp Fay, Copper Mountain Resort
Copper Mountain is shedding its last bits of autumn | Photo: Tripp Fay, Copper Mountain Resort
Breckenridge on Oct. 13, only 24 days until the resort opens! | Photo: Breckenridge Ski Resort