Wolf Creek Ski Area to reopen this weekend but beware of road restrictions

PAGOSA SPRINGS, Colo. — Wolf Creek Ski Area will reopen for the 2026-27 season for weekend operations after recent historic flooding in the region.

Wolf Creek will open Saturday and Sunday in coordination with the Colorado Department of Transportation. Wolf Creek Pass will open Saturday at 7 a.m. and close again Monday at 6 a.m. They plan to permanently open the Pass for Thanksgiving.

The Treasure Stoke, Bonanza, Tumbler, Lynx and Nova lifts will be open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday each. Enthusiasts will have access to “roughly 54.5% of terrain” and possibly more “as staffing allows.”

As of Thursday, the midway snow depth is 21 inches. The ski resort reported “excellent early-season conditions with variable conditions” but getting there could be a challenge.

If you go to Wolf Creek Ski Area, beware of road restrictions

CDOT is warning drivers could face “up to 40 minutes of additional travel time” due to road repair at “multiple locations”. They’re advising you to slow down, drive cautiously and sudden stops, construction vehicles entering the road and other things.

CDOT stated “reduced speed limits will be strictly enforced.” You also won’t be able to stop, park or stand outside of your vehicle along the shoulder. Driving conditions could also be challenging due to an incoming weekend storm.

What to know on U.S. Highway 160 near Wolf Creek Ski Area

• U.S. 160 South Fork to Wolf Creek Summit:
  • Plan for 24/7 full stops, alternating traffic and up to 20 minute delays at two separate work zones throughout The Narrows (Mile Point 183 and 176).
  • Single lane traffic will be guided by temporary traffic signals at each location.
  • Motorists should slow down and use caution navigating narrow travel lanes.
• U.S. 160 Pagosa Springs to Wolf Creek Summit:
  • Eastbound and westbound travel between Pagosa Springs and the Wolf Creek Ski Area will be limited to one-lane traffic in both directions with reduced speeds.
  • Motorists should slow down and be alert while navigating roughly 10 miles of shifting traffic patterns and narrow or reduced lanes.
  • Concrete barriers and signage will guide motorists through multiple damaged area and work zones.
• Real-time road conditions and travel impacts can be viewed at COTrip.org.

What to know when you get to Wolf Creek Ski Area

They will also have the magic carpet open to children in their Wolf Pup and Rider programs. Ski and snowboard school and rentals and Treasure Sports will be open. They will also open the main day lodge, Upper Lodge, Pathfinder Bar, Continental Espresso Bar and the Base Camp Picnic Building.

Lift tickets will be $73 for adults, $55 for seniors and $36 for children. Additional information is available at WolfCreekSki.com.

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