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Swain ski resort, United States (North America) — luxury alpine destination — Mountain views, ski slopes, and alpine landscape
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Swain

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Resort Guide

Swain Resort is located in Western New York and features 35 trails across 120 skiable acres, catering to a range of abilities from beginner to advanced. The resort offers a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere with amenities including a terrain park, ski and snowboard lessons, equipment rentals, and on-site dining. Swain is known for its approachable slopes, night skiing, and a welcoming environment ideal for families and groups.

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Key Info

Resort data by SnowSure™

RegionNorth America
CountryUnited States
Base Elevation402m
Summit Elevation601m
Vertical Drop199m
Skiable Acres120
Total Runs35
Total Lifts5
Annual Snowfall130 inches / 330 cm
Longest Run1.6 km / 1 mi
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Live Conditions

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Swain

Weather Forecast · 402m – 601m

Data reported at Wed, Oct 21, 4:08 AM UTC
Last Snowfall
—
Last 24h
0cm
Last 7 Days
0cm
Season Total
0cm
Projected to open Dec 19

SnowSure reports this resort is not operating (pre-season). SnowSure™ scores below reflect weather and snowpack signals, not open terrain.

Current Conditions
Reported Wed, Oct 21, 4:08 AM UTC
Base
402m
Temp
6°C
Wind
8km/h
Snow Depth
—
14-Day Forecast
0cm
Mid-Mountain
502m
Temp
4°C
Wind
8km/h
Snow Depth
—
14-Day Forecast
—
Summit
601m
Temp
4°C
Wind
8km/h
Snow Depth
—
14-Day Forecast
0cm
Lift Status
of 5
10-Day Forecast
Summit (601m) · Updated Wed, Oct 21, 4:08 AM UTC
Today
21
13°
1°
Thu
22
13°
2°
Fri
23
8°
0°
Sat
24
13°
-2°
Sun
25
16°
1°
Mon
26
16°
3°
Tue
27
10°
4°
0.1cm
Season vs Historic
Updated Wed, Oct 21, 4:08 AM UTC
0cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
+113%
vs 5-Year Avg
114cm avg by now
+99%
vs 30-Year Avg
137cm avg by now
114cm
5-Yr Avg by Now

The last completed season totaled ~128.8 cm. That's 13% above the 5-year average (114 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 6% below the 30-year average (137 cm).

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Top Après Ski

Shawmut Grille – Known for its welcoming atmosphere and classic après-ski fare, Shawmut Grille is a favorite among Swain visitors for its hearty food, local craft beers, and relaxed setting perfect for unwinding after a day on the slopes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Swain — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about skiing and staying in Swain, United States.

Visit the Swain page on LUXSKI for the latest snow conditions updated hourly.

Swain has 35 runs. and 5 lifts. covering 120 skiable acres. The elevation ranges from 402m to 601m. with a vertical drop of 199m. The resort averages 130 inches / 330 cm of snowfall annually..

The 14-day snow forecast for Swain predicts approximately 0.1cm of snowfall. LUXSKI provides forecasts from multiple weather models including ECMWF, GFS, GEM, JMA, and Météo-France, updated hourly.

You can browse and book luxury ski hotels at Swain directly on LUXSKI. Visit the Swain destination page to see all available hotels, check real-time room availability and pricing, and book with free cancellation options. You can also contact our concierge team at concierge@lux.ski for personalized trip planning.