Ski and snowboard areas in Pennsylvania.
Pennsylvania
The Highest Vertical in Pennsylvania
Blue Mountain is the closest major ski area to Allentown, Pa., and Philadelphia.
The mountain is open for night skiing on all trails and has 100 percent snowmaking capacity.
With 30 slopes and the highest vertical in Pennsylvania at 1,082 feet, Blue Mountain's trails offer something for everyone; from lazy, easygoing, nonstop runs well over a mile long to the Challenge, with its two headwalls and electrifying drop.
Razors Edge , the…
Montage Mountain is located in the Northeastern Pocono mountains.
Montage offers a full 1,000 feet of thrilling vertical drop. The terrain ranges from beginner to double black diamonds with both the steepest pitch in the Pocono northeast and longest intermediate cruising trails, more than a mile long.
Montage's 100 percent snowmaking and 100 percent night skiing ensures excellent skiing conditions both day and night.
Montage's Skiing Improvement Center coaches all levels of…
Tussey Mountain has plenty of fun things to do during the winter months. Tussey offers several slopes with different degrees of difficulty.
In addition to skiing, Tussey also offers a snowtubing park which has over 100 snowtubes and a specially designed lift to take you to the top. Once there you will be launched down a 1000 foot snowtube ride!
Tussey is open for skiing early December through late March.
Whitetail Ski Resort is the first major new ski area built in more than a decade. Its promise of quality is reflected in every aspect of the resort.
The terrain is logically arranged across the mountain and keeps the novices separate from the experts. Special beginners' packages; intermediate lessons to hone your skills; and expert's clinics for mogul runs, racing and handling the conditions of the day all taught by a 180-member ski school staff.
For snowboarders, the mountain boasts a…
Great for Kids
Alpine Mountain is conveniently located in the heart of the Pocono Mountains. Family skiing is the specialty at Alpine. Just For Kids and Just For Racing Kids programs are favorites.
Children have their own special area with creatively designed teaching aids enabling young skiers to progress at their own speed, while having fun.
After the kids learn to ski, they want to race and the Just for Racing Kids program is perfect for the more advanced skier.
The…
At Ski Liberty, you will discover a wide variety of terrain, with 17 trails and slopes covering both sides of the mountain. No other ski area around has such a diverse layout, which always offers you something new and different.
Beginners can enjoy gentle slopes, while intermediate skiers will find many groomed runs offering excellent cruising and just the right amount of challenge. Experts have their choice of steep, mogul-filled runs. In fact, Ski Liberty has the most expert terrain in…
Tanglwood Ski Area is located in the Pocono Mountains overlooking Lake Wallenpaupack.
Nine trails provide enough diversity for every level of skier. There is even a designated terrain park for expert skiers and snowboarders. All trails are lit for night skiing.
Due to the higher elevation, Tanglwood experiences colder temperatures, which helps its snowmaking capabilities.
Alpine skiing and snowboarding lessons are available through Tanglwood's PSIA-certified ski school. Full- and…
If skiing is your winter thing then Bear Creek is the place to be. Bear Creek has increased it's snowmaking and lighting this year to cover 100% of the mountain.
If you enjoy long runs, Timberline Trail will be open this year. With new snowmaking and lighting on this trail, Bear Creek doesn't have to wait for "Mother Nature" to do her thing.
If you're into more extreme fun, try the super-sized half-pipe and awesome terrain park.
Ski Denton is located in the heart of Northern Pennsylvania's heavy snow country at the Denton Hill State Park in Potter County.
You will find 20 trails over 75 skiable acres and a summit of 2,400 -- all serviced by five lifts. The slopes are lighted for night skiing. Snowboarders are allowed on the mountain.
Cross-country skiers will enjoy 160 km of trails.
The log cabin designed base lodge houses a cafeteria, ski school, rentals and ski shop.
There are five cabins at the ski…
Jack Frost Mountain is located between White Haven and Blakeslee, Penn.
Jack Frost has a 600-foot vertical drop and 27 trails over 100 acres of terrain, 100 percent covered by snowmaking.
Lift tickets are reciprocal with Big Boulder Ski Area so you can ski two mountains for the price of one. Group rates are available.
Snowboarding is welcome on all slopes, anytime. Lessons and rentals are available and there is a 500 foot half-pipe and terrain park.
Cross-country skiers will…
Seven Springs Mountain Resort is Pennsylvania's largest ski resort.
Located in Champion, Penn., Seven Springs is approximately one hour from Pittsburgh.
Choose from 275 acres of undulating extra-wide beginner slopes, 31 trails, the steep black diamond runs on the North Face or the mogul fields of an expert's run called Goosebumps.
Skiers appreciate a well-stocked ski center that carries more than 3,000 sets of quality rental skis. The well-staffed, fully-certified ski school offers…
Elk Mountain Ski Resort located in Union Dale, Penn. is nestled in northeastern Pennsylvania's Endless Mountains. Rising to 2,693 feet is Pennsylvania's majestic ski peak - Elk Mountain.
Since 1959, Elk Mountain has grown and continues to make a good thing even
better. Elk Mountain offers a challenging experience with diversified terrain and 27 slopes and trails.
A new quad chairlift, plus five double chairlifts makes for shorter lift
lines and more time to enjoy skiing.
Elk's…
Hidden Valley is one of the mid-Atlantic's most popular family ski resorts.
The ideal setting for learning to ski, Hidden Valley is also a popular choice with expert skiers who enjoy invigorating runs and the ambiance of a classic mountain resort.
Abundant natural snowfall, nightly grooming and one of the Northeast's most advanced snowmaking systems combine to keep 25 slopes and trails in optimum condition all winter long.
The lodge at Hidden Valley is the center of activity…
Located on Big Boulder Lake in Lake Harmony, Penn., Big Boulder was the first commercial ski area in Pennsylvania.
Big Boulder has a 600-foot vertical drop with the longest run of 6,400 feet. There are 55 acres of terrain with 100 percent snowmaking.
Lift tickets are reciprocal with Jack Frost Mountain so you can ski two mountains for the price of one. Group rates are available.
Big Boulder offers racing programs for both children and adults.
Snowboarding and Tubing…
Enjoy short lift lines and uncrowded skiing in a beautiful mountain setting at Eagle Rock Resort.
All the latest snowmaking equipment and high powered snow guns ensure a powdered mountain for quality skiing.
Eagle Rock mountain has 14 lighted slopes ranging from beginner to most difficult, which offer picturesque views of the Blue Mountain terrain.
Ski Roundtop is committed to bringing your family the best ski value available anywhere. From the moment you arrive, our friendly, courteous staff will do whatever it takes to make sure your ski experience is enjoyable.
Everyone is at home at Ski Roundtop. New skiers learn to ski with confidence in the specially designed Discovery Area. Intermediate skiers enjoy a variety of groomed cruiser runs, including the popular Minuteman slope.
Experts looking for a challenge should head for the…
Blue Knob All Seasons Resort is on the second highest mountain in Pennsylvania. Located in South-central part of the state between Altoona and Johnstown, Blue Knob is just a couple of hours from Washington, Baltimore, Pittsburgh and Harrisburg. The resort offers a casual atmosphere, scenic views and many activities to interest all ages.
Nestled among the highest peaks in the Allegheny Mountains of Pennsylvania, Blue Knob is 2 hours from Washington D.C., Baltimore and Pittsburgh. Guests…
Largest Ski Resort in the Poconos
Camelback is the largest ski resort in the Poconos, offering skiing on 33 trails, including 33 for night skiing; 13 lifts, including two high-speed detachable quad lifts; and 2 lighted terrain parks and one half-pipe.
Skiers will enjoy the top-to-bottom advanced novice cruising trail called The Nile Mile, served by the Stevenson Express high-speed quad chairlift.
The half-pipe has been made wider and will be groomed with a new Pipe Grinder.…
Mountainview will offer you a variety of challenging runs that are sure to thrill and test your abilities. Best of all, you won't see those long endless lines you may be accustomed to at other facilities.
You'll find Mountainview snugly tucked away in Edinboro, PA. Situated in the heart of the tri-state region. This resort is easy to find and located near many major arteries. If you're looking for a resort with some punch that doesn't drain your pocketbook or waste your time waiting in…
Shawnee Mountain, located in the Poconos, is the closest major Pennsylvania ski area to metropolitan New York and New Jersey.
Shawnee's 23 slopes and trails, variety of beginner and intermediate runs, tremendous lift capacity (12,600 per hour) and commitment to snowmaking and grooming make it a great family destination.
Shawnee Mountain is always among the earliest Pocono ski areas to open, usually for Thanksgiving weekend. A powerful snowmaking system covers 100 percent of all slopes…
