The Cairngorm snow report for Apr 01 is a 25cm base depth with 1 of 11 lifts open. Please note ski conditions and snowfall at Cairngorm are sourced directly from the ski resort and are only recorded during the official ski season's opening to closing dates.
Snow Reporter Comments: 01/04/2026 08:25am
8am Wednesday 1st April.
Good morning.
Currently it’s too windy for the upper lifts, which are on hold. The Cas t- bar and Polar express, opening at 9am and snow sports on the funicular to Mid mountain. The wind is forecast to drop slightly later this morning, with the upper lifts under review. It’s windy as you come round the top corner of traverse, but sheltered from the westerly wind in the Cas and White Lady pistes. Wind at the top currently westerly 45 to 52 mph, with a temperature of +1C and good visibility.
Fantastic snow cover in the Top Bowls and The White Lady is in great condition.
Snowsports and Mountain Railway opening from 9.00 am.
With the Easter holiday's starting we will be returning to 9am for the first Funicular uplift 7 days a week. You can also expect to see some of our other activities including the Tubing Slides and the Adventure Play Park reopening once the weather has settled. More details and booking information will be shared shortly.
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The Cairngorm Mountain ski area is Scotland’s ultimate winter playground for families, adrenaline junkies, eager first timers and everyone in between. The resort boasts 30km of pisted runs, 13 surface lifts, freestyle terrain and on-site equipment rental. Located just 11 miles from picturesque Aviemore, in the heart of the Cairngorms National Park, a visit to this spectacular mountain resort is definitely one for the bucket-list!
Cairngorm Mountain has been offering snowsports for over 60 years. The wide range of terrain and stunning landscape make it one of Scotland’s favourite mountain destinations. Enjoy spectacular views from the slopes down to Loch Morlich.
The Cairngorm ski area is suitable for all abilities from beginners to experts. The snowsure beginners area has gentle slopes ad conveyor uplifts, while the long winding blues in the lower Coire Cas offer relaxing pistes and spectacular views. Intermediates and experts alike will feel right at home on our classic red and technical black runs.
