Wolf Creek Ski Area is scheduled to reopen for a limited weekend on Nov. 14–15, but visitors should plan around ongoing repairs to U.S. 160 over Wolf Creek Pass. The Colorado Department of Transportation says drivers should allow up to 40 extra minutes on the route to the mountain, which is scheduled to open for weekend traffic at 7 a.m. Saturday and is scheduled to close again at 6 a.m. Monday, Nov. 16.

Five lifts will run during the temporary reopening

The resort lists five lifts for the weekend: Treasure Stoke, Bonanza, Tumbler, Lynx and Nova. They are scheduled to operate from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., serving about 54.5% of the mountain’s terrain. The resort’s latest posted snow report, dated Nov. 12, lists a 21-inch mid-mountain depth and 39 inches of season snowfall.

Wolf Creek says early-season conditions are variable and warns that unmarked obstacles, rocks and possible open water may be present. The limited opening follows a closure as crews repair flood damage along the access highway. The Durango Herald independently reported the reopening plan and limited terrain; AccuWeather’s report carried by Yahoo is originally from AccuWeather, so Yahoo is not a separate confirming source.

What drivers should know about Wolf Creek Pass

CDOT says construction zones will bring alternating traffic and delays of up to 20 minutes at two work areas between South Fork and the summit. Between Pagosa Springs and the ski area, about 10 miles of road have shifting traffic patterns and narrowed lanes. The state’s advisory warns of winter driving conditions and possible safety closures, and directs motorists to check COtrip for current road conditions before leaving.

The National Weather Service issued a winter weather advisory for the Wolf Creek Pass area for Saturday, with snow expected. Conditions and road access can change, so check the latest NWS forecast, COtrip updates and the resort’s operating notice before setting out. The resort’s Nov. 14–15 schedule is temporary; CDOT says the pass is due to close Monday morning for more paving work ahead of a planned longer-term reopening before Thanksgiving.

Travelers comparing Colorado’s early-season options can also read our report on Breckenridge’s 2026–27 opening.

Sources

Wolf Creek Ski Area: weekend operations and snow report; Colorado Department of Transportation: US 160 Wolf Creek Pass travel advisory; The Durango Herald: reopening and access details; AccuWeather: original report syndicated by Yahoo; National Weather Service: Eastern San Juan Mountains forecast.