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CONDITIONS UPDATE: January 8th 2026

Good Morning from The Highlands Team!

Today’s Blog
Good Thursday morning, today we have skiing/riding from 9 AM to 9 PM and another night of Slopes After Sundown, see details below. Mother Nature is giving us a January thaw, get out early for the best conditions as temperatures are supposed to rise to the low 40’s today an expect softer snow and spring like conditions later today. The plus side is they are saying we might see the sun today! There is lots of melting so the roads and parking lots may have some puddling, so drive slow and be safe. Walkways may likely be slippery, also, so walk cautiously and be patient.

RACE EVENTS

SNOWMAKING-GROOMING UPDATE
Thank A Snowmaker! We are well covered. Thanks to them and our grooming team working 24/7 conditions continue to be great.

RESORT EVENTS | REMINDERS
SLOPES AFTER SUNDOWN:
When the lights flip on and the trails glow, the mountain feels different. Ski under the stars every Wednesday and Thursday from 59 PM for just $25. Make midweek something to look forward to.

Fresh corduroy, good vibes, and après deals waiting when you are done.

Lift Tickets: $25
Rentals: $15
Food Market: $5 Beers, $5 Pizza Slices, 40% off Large Pizzas
Brew Bar: $5 Beers
Slopeside Lounge: $5 Beer, ½ off Apps.

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The Aonach Mor Moonlight Dinner is now on select winter nights. This is a fine dining experience atop North Peak, reached by sleigh ride and served by candlelight. Sign up on our website. It is an experience you don’t want to miss.

We also have Night Hikes to North Peak on select nights, which is always a favorite for the entire family.

LIFT HOURS
Thursday January 8th: 9 AM – 9:00PM

NIGHT SKIING
Thursday, January 8th through Saturday, January 10th 9 AM – 9 PM

LIFT TICKETS, RENTAL, & SKI SCHOOL
Before heading to the hill, you should buy your lift tickets online in advance for the lowest rates. Rentals and lessons should be reserved 24 – 48 hours in advance. We now have a Winter Bundle that lets you bundle lift, rental, and a lesson to customize your experience. We also have a SnowFlex ticket pack, purchase 2 – 5 days of lift tickets and use them whenever it works out for you, with no blackout dates – 100% flexibility. We want it to be easy. Our Resort Services team is available in the Day Lodge to help with anything you may need.

TODAY’S WEATHER
Partly sunny, with a high near 42. East wind 5 to 10 mph becoming south in the afternoon.

Tonight:
Showers. Temperature rising to around 44 by 3am. Southeast wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New precipitation amounts between a half and three quarters of an inch possible.

Ski and Board you soon!

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New Snow: 2 inches in last 48 hours

Base: Up to 44 inches

Lifts: 6

Runs: 55

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