Encouraging news out of the great state of Maine where Sunday River Resort completed their annual snowmaking test at 5:30am on Saturday, September 20th. With hints of fall colors peppering the iconic Northeastern slopes, everyone’s favorite Yeti flipped the switch and successfully fired up the snowmaking system.
“Winter tapped us on the shoulder this morning, and we answered with our annual snowmaking test on North Peak. The snowmaking crew fired up the system on Lower Downdraft, not to make snow just yet, but to make sure everything is ready to roll the second temps drop.” -Sunday River
No opening day announced as of yet for Sunday River but they are certainly ready to start making snow once the mercury dips. Lets go!
Sunday River Mountain Report
Winter tapped us on the shoulder this morning, and we answered with our annual snowmaking test on North Peak. The snowmaking crew fired up the system on Lower Downdraft, not to make snow just yet, but to make sure everything is ready to roll the second temps drop.
And the test? Crushed it. The snowguns fired, the lines hummed, and for a few glorious minutes the mountain sounded like early November. Call it what you want, a test, a tease, a taste, but it’s official: ski season is in the air, and we’re fired up!
If hearing the snowguns in action gets you as pumped as us, now’s the time to lock in your 2025/26 New England Pass. Prices onseason passes and ticket packs increase October 22 at midnight, and payment plan options disappear then too. Secure your pass now to guarantee a full season of turns and score resort-wide perks like discounts on lodging, dining, retail, and more.
Plus, Maine Brew Fest kicks off today at 1PM! It’s going to be an absolutely gorgeous day to sample local craft beer, enjoy live music, and hit the food trucks. And if you get here early enough, you can grab some delicious Brunch at North Peak beforehand.
Winter isn’t waiting so neither should you. Get your season pass or ticket pack today and start planning those first turns of the season.
We will see you out there!
-Team Snow
