Monarch Mountain Closed Wednesday Due To Wind Gusts Up To 80 MPH

Monarch Mountain will be closed Wednesday, Dec. 15th, due to extreme weather conditions.

Forecasts predict sustained high winds of over 80 mph creating hazardous conditions for operating ski lifts and making travel difficult. All operations at Monarch will be closed for the duration of the day including uphill access.

RELATED: High Wind Warning Issued For Wednesday as Winds Could Gust Up To 65 MPH

“This was a difficult decision to make, however, we have to look out for the safety of our guests and our staff.” said Safety Manager & VP Mountains Ops Scott Pressly.

Monarch will reopen on Thursday, December 16th.

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