It sure is another nice one. The sun is bright over the great western divide and the birds know the warm weather is coming.The high today will be 45 with a low tonight of 25. There is still some snow left so come get it before it's gone!
What a beautiful morning. It smells like spring and the temperature is already comfortable. The high today will be 60 today with a low of 29 tonight. The trails are icy in the morning and slushy throughout the rest of the day.The ski shop and gift shop will be open from 9-5.
Well it's another gorgeous day up here in paradise. The snow is starting to melt away and the streams are turning into rivers. The high today will be 52 with a low of 27. The ski conditions are a icy in the morning and afternoon and slushy during mid-day. Call the lodge with any questions! :)
We are finally experiencing spring like weather for the first time officially this year. The high today will be 48 with a low tonight of 24 ( brrr). We expect clear skies for the rest of the week, with a nice gradual warm up each day. The roads are ope and are in good condition, just keep your eyes open for those icy spots!
Today the sun is out and the birds are singing loudly after the "big" snow storm. Overall we gathered about 7 inches of snow. It's not the 2' we were hoping for, but it works just fine. All trails have been groomed and are in excellent skiing condition. The high today will be 36F with a low tonight of 22F. The road is still closed to the lodge, so please call for escort times.
Today is a snowy and windy day in the Sierra's. We are expected to get 10-14" of snow. The road is closed to the lodge so please call for escort times. It is expected to snow all day with a 30% chance of more snow overnight. STORM! :)
Today the high will be 45 with a low of 27 tonight. We are likely to get 4-8 inches of snow overnight with snow continuing throughout the day tomorrow with another 6-10" possible. SNOW SNOW SNOW!!!
Today is another mild day. The high will be 54 with a low tonight of 30. There is a winter storm watch in effect for this area of the Sierras from Saturday through Sunday, with 1-2' of snow possible for elevation 5,000' and higher. We're at 7340' so we are likely to receive some weather this weekend. Call the lodge for any questions you may have. Thank you and happy spring!
Don't let it get away! The sun is shining bright on us yet again and the temperatures have been mild. Today the high will be a spicy 56F with a low of 33. The snow is starting to melt fast and wildflowers are slowly starting to creep their way up the mountain. Ski conditions are spring like. Please call the lodge if you have any questions.
Today is a beautiful sunny day here at Montecito. We have a high of 54 and a low of 34. Snow conditions are slushy towards the afternoon and icy in the evening. Tonight will be cloudy.
Today will be partly cloudy with a high reaching upwards of 45F. About 40km of trails have been groomed within the last 24hrs. The ski conditions are fairly decent throughout the day, with some ice forming in the late afternoon. If you have any questions please call the lodge. Thank you.
Saturday, March 14, 2009
The sun is shining bright and the temperatures are expected to climb throgh out the day. The high will be 47-50F with a low tonight of 21F. The roads are in good condition, but watch for ice in shady areas. If you have any questions please call the lodge.
Snow is slowly starting to melt a little each day with the new warm temperatures. The high today will be 47 with a low of 24 tonight. The average base depth is about 35" around camp, with an average of around 40-45" in the forest. Please call the lodge with any questions.
The best for skiing that is. The trails are all quiet and have been freshly groomed (approximately 15km). So come on up and enjoy this wonderful day. Today's high will be 33F with a low tonight of 13F.
Today is a wonderful winter day. The high will be 40F with a low tonight of 17F.The week overall looks like it will be clear during the day and very clear at night, perfect for some Sierra Nevada star gazing. All trails have been recently groomed. The roads are open!
Today is partly cloudy and chilly. Ski and snowshoe conditions are wonderful. As of 8AM 25km of trails have been groomed. Today is a great day to be outside and enjoying the brisk weather of winter.
Today is a mighty cold one! The high is going to get up to a hot 33F. The skies are a crystal clear blue and 15 km of trails have been freshly groomed. The road is still closed so please continue to call for escort times.
Yesterday we received about 8"of fresh powdery snow. The temperatures are cold, so the snow is in excellent condition for cross country skiing. As of this morning 15km of trails have been freshly groomed. The road is closed to the lodge, so please call the front desk for escort times.
There is rumors of snow, but as of 8:30Am it is clear and sunny. There is a wind coming from the south, it is expected to reach around 20mph later today. Snow conditions are a bit icy but are expected to get better by 10Am.
This morning clouds are gray above us and it looks like we will be getting showers all day long and possibly into the night. It is a bit breezy so watch out for flying debris in the air, or on the roads. The high will up around 41F with a low of 34. If its gets cool enough we will have snow.
This morning the sky is mostly overcast, with breaks of sun shining over the Western Divide. It is currently 46F at 8:30 this morning, the high is expected to be 52. Rain showers are likely today with showers overnight. All trails have been groomed on our side of the road , as well as on the Big Meadows side. So get up here and ski before the rain!!
A: An escort is a caravan of guest and resort vehicles that is often required by the Park Service due to narrow and icy roads. It is not a shuttle or van service. You will be arriving at Montecito in your own car.
Q: If Montecito requires an escort, where do I go and what do I do? A: We escort Montecito guests with advanced reservations into the resort at three times per day: 11am, 3pm, and 6pm. The escort caravan meets at the Grant Grove Marketplace. In order to be part of an escort, you must follow these steps exactly:
1. Travel eastbound on Highway 180. If you are coming from the South, Route 63 is the most efficient. If you are coming from the North, find take Hwy 99 to 180 through Fresno. See the Directions page for complete instructions.
2. When you transition onto Hwy 180 call the Front Desk at (559) 565-3388 and we will sign you up for a specific escort time. The times are set at 11am, 3pm, and 6pm and cannot be changed to accommodate individual needs. You will not be escorted in unless you have called us prior to your arrival at Grant Grove.
3. Continue on 180 past the Big Stump picnic area until you hit a three-way junction. To the right is the “Sequoia” road and a locked gate. To the left is “Kings Canyon/Grant Grove.” Go left at this junction. See this Map for details.
4. Four miles past the junction you'll come to Grant Grove village on the right hand side. Pull into the parking lot near the Post Office and Marketplace. This is where the escort will meet. If required, please put on your chains at this time. Unfortunately, our escort staff cannot assist you in putting on your chains. If you have a prolonged wait, feel free to make use of the Grant Grove Market, Restaurant and Gift Shop.
Q: If an escort is required, do I need my chains?
A: The Park Service requires that all vehicles carry snow chains regardless of drive-train. Translation: even if you have 'All Wheel Drive', '4-Wheel Drive', or 'Snow Tires' you are required by law to carry chains that fit (cable type chains are also permitted). However, if you have AWD, 4x4, or Snow Tires you will most likely not need to use your chains when driving into the Resort, however chains must be carried (just in case) at all times. Chain use requirements are condition dependent and determined by the Park Service as indicated on roadside signs.
Q: What happens if I can't make the escort?
A: The park service permits our use of the road three times per day at 11am, 3pm, and 6pm. If you are unable to arrive on one of these three scheduled times, you will be unable to access our resort. These times are not flexible and cannot be changed under any circumstances. If you miss the 6pm escort, we may be able to move your first night's reservation to the John Muir Lodge in Grant Grove. Please call the Montecito front desk for further information on 559 -565- 3388.