Fresh Snowfall Hits Colorado Mountains With Slick Passes and Travel Hazards as Crested Butte and Keystone Report New Accumulation
COLORADO — A round of fresh overnight snowfall has coated the Colorado mountains, creating slick and snow-packed passes as ski season momentum builds across the state. Early Monday reports show Crested Butte receiving around 4 inches of new snow, with additional fresh accumulation measured at Keystone Resort, and hazardous conditions developing on major travel corridors including Monarch Pass, Vail Pass, and the Eisenhower Tunnel.
Where the New Snow Is Falling Across Colorado
Forecasters confirm that a steady band of mountain snow moved into the central and high country regions overnight, dropping several inches of powder across ski areas and mountain passes.
- Crested Butte recorded 4 inches of new accumulation on its morning snow stake.
- Keystone Resort reported a few inches of fresh snow across its base and mid-mountain terrain.
- Additional snowfall continues in areas north of Highway 50, where forecasters expect snow to persist into the afternoon.
Webcam images from Crested Butte and Keystone show fresh snow covering trees, signage, and base areas, indicating steady snowfall through the late-night hours.
Travel Conditions: Snowpacked Passes and Slick Roads
The combination of new snow and low overnight temperatures has created slick driving conditions across some of Colorado’s most heavily traveled mountain routes. Live traffic cameras show:
- Monarch Pass is snowpacked, with reduced visibility and active plowing.
- Vail Pass is experiencing slick spots, especially on eastbound lanes.
- The Eisenhower Tunnel area is seeing steady snow and slow-moving traffic, with motorists advised to reduce speed and increase stopping distance.
Officials are urging drivers heading through the high country to use caution, prepare for rapidly changing conditions, and expect slower travel times.
Ski Areas Benefit as Snow Continues North of Highway 50
While the snow creates challenges for drivers, Colorado’s ski industry is benefitting from the early-season boost. Resorts such as Crested Butte and Keystone are reporting fresh powder on the slopes, with more expected throughout the day. Meteorologists note that snowfall will continue across the central mountains, especially north of Highway 50, before tapering later this afternoon.
The latest storm adds to growing November totals in the region, improving base conditions as the winter recreation season ramps up.
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