NC Ski Slope Conditions for 12/22/13

Slope conditions and updates as of December 22:

Appalachian Ski Mountain is OPEN - 10 slopes with 4 lifts on a base of 22 - 36 inches. Cold weather is on the way so that snowmaking can resume.

Beech Mountain Ski Resort is OPEN for skiing and boarding on 8 slopes with 3 lifts on a base of 18 - 40 inches. 

Cataloochee Ski Area is OPEN - 10 slopes with 4 lifts on a base of 20 - 40 inches for day and night skiing. Holiday rates are in effect. 

Sapphire Valley Ski Area - is temporarily closed from wet weather and expected to re-open 12/23. Frozen Falls Tubing is temporarily closed and expected to re-open 12/23.

Sugar Mountain Ski Resort is OPEN - 9 slopes with 4 lifts on a base of 17 - 45 inches for day and night skiing and boarding. Ice Skating is open. Tubing is open on 3 lanes. 

Wolf Ridge Ski Resort is OPEN - 5 slopes with 2 lifts on a base of 30 - 40 inches for day and night skiing and boarding. Tubing is open. 

Get links for details about all NC Ski Resorts and Areas on the NC Ski Resort Guide. 

 

Santa Visits Beech Mountain

December 20 -  22   Santa Claus will be at Beech Mountain Resort daily from 3:30 PM-5:30 PM, in the View Haus Cafeteria. All are welcome to visit with Santa. Picture packages are available starting at $15 and include a hot chocolate.

Get a link for details on the NC Ski Resort Guide. 

Fresh Friday at Appalachian's Terrain Park

December 20  - Appalachian Terrain Park will host a Fresh Friday presented by SPY Optics. Expect some new and unique features for the event, as well as fun and exciting antics from the SPY crew, who never fail to entertain.

Get a link on the NC Ski Resort Guide. 

NC Ski and Snowboarding Conditions for 12/17/13

Slope conditions and updates as of December 17:

Appalachian Ski Mountain is OPEN  - 9 slopes with 4 lifts on a base of 26 - 40 inches. Conditions are are great. .
Beech Mountain Ski Resort is OPEN  for skiing and boarding on 8 slopes with 3 lifts on a base of 22 - 44 inches.

Cataloochee Ski Area is OPEN  - 11 slopes with 4 lifts on a base of 26 - 46 inches for day and night skiing. Holiday rates are in effect.

Sapphire Valley Ski Area - is CLOSED.  Predicted opening date 12/18. Frozen Falls Tubing had 11/29 Opening, but is temporarily closed until 12/18.

Sugar Mountain Ski Resort  is OPEN  - 10 slopes with 4 lifts on a base of 20 - 51 inches for day and night skiing and boarding. Ice Skating is open. Tubing is open on 4 lanes. New natural snow. _Tom Terrific" is now open for skiing and riding.

Wolf Ridge Ski Resort is OPEN -  4 slopes with 2 lifts on a base of 30 inches for day and night skiing and boarding. Tubing is open.

Get links for all NC Ski slopes on the NC Ski Resort Guide. 

Cataloochee Now Open to the Top

December 16 - Cataloochee Ski Mountain has taken advantage of the cold weather with around the clock snowmaking and is now open all the way to the top of the mountain on Upper Omigosh. Additional terrain for skiing, boarding and tubing will continue to open as quickly as the weather permits, providing for great holiday skiing and riding.

Get a link for Cataloochee Ski Area and nearby ski lodging on the Maggie Valley Visitor Guide.

NC Ski Report for 12/15/13

Slope conditions and updates as of December 15:

Appalachian Ski Mountain is OPEN  - 8 slopes with 4 lifts on a base of 24 - 38 inches. Snowmaking in progress.

Beech Mountain Ski Resort is OPEN  for day skiing and boarding on 5 slopes with 3 lifts on a base of 16 - 32 inches

Cataloochee Ski Area is OPEN  - 10 slopes with 3 lifts on a base of 23 - 43 inches for day skiing until 4:30. Night skiing begins 12/17.

Sapphire Valley Ski Area - is CLOSED. Predicted opening date 12/18. Frozen Falls Tubing had 11/29 Opening, but is temporarily closed until 12/18.

Sugar Mountain Ski Resort  is OPEN  - 9 slopes with 4 lifts on a base of 17 - 49 inches for day and night skiing and boarding. Ice Skating is open. Tubing is open on 4 lanes. New natural snow and snowmaking in progress.

Wolf Ridge Ski Resort is OPEN - 4 slopes with 2 lifts on a base of 30 inches for day skiing and boarding. Tubing is open.

Get links for all the NC Ski Resorts, Areas and Tube Parks on the NC Ski Resort Guide.  

Youth Sledding Hill at Beech Mountain is Open Daily All Winter

December 12, 2013 BEECH MOUNTAIN, N.C. - A kid-favorite winter attraction in the North Carolina mountains has opened for the 2013-14 season.  Beech Mountain's youth sledding hill offers a wonderland of fun daily for children 12 and under. Located next to the town's visitors center, the hill provides good sledding conditions with a combination of natural and man-made snow.

The free sled run is operated by Beech Mountain Parks and Recreation Department seven days a week (weather permitting) with safety personnel on duty. A loud speaker plays music and hot chocolate is available at nearby restaurants.

Plastic sleds are required. Families may bring their own, or sleds are available for rent or purchase at nearby stores on the mountain.

"The sledding hill is a great option for families with younger children who aren't ready for skiing or snowboarding yet, but still want to play in the snow," says Amy Morrison of the Beech Mountain Tourism Development Authority. "We get calls starting in September asking when the sledding hill is going to open. People plan their vacations knowing that they can use the hill. It's quite a popular attraction every winter."

And it's not just kids who love the hill. Parents like the heated restrooms and lobby in the adjacent visitors center, which offers complimentary Wi-Fi service. They've even been known to share a sled with the kids, sometimes for hours at a time.

Beech Mountain, at an elevation of 5,506 feet, is the highest town in Eastern America with an average annual snowfall of 84.6 inches. And when Mother Nature doesn't cooperate, powder is available from a snow gun purchased exclusively for the sledding hill.

Hours of operation are: 1 to 5 PM weekdays; and 9 AM to 5 PM on weekends and holidays. The sledding hill stays open through late February or early March, depending on the weather. Real-time sledding hill conditions are available by calling the visitors center toll-free at (800) 468-5506. Additional info is at: www.beechmtn.com.

NC slope Report for 12/12/13

Slope conditions and updates as of December 12:

Appalachian Ski Mountain is OPEN  - 8 slopes with 4 lifts on a base of 16 - 30 inches. Snowmaking in progress.

Beech Mountain Ski Resort is OPEN  for day skiing and boarding on 5 slopes with 3 lifts on a base of 16 - 32 inches

Cataloochee Ski Area is OPEN  - 6 slopes with 3 lifts on a base of 6 - 30 inches for day skiing until 4:30. Snowmaking in progress. Tibe World will be open 12.14.

Sapphire Valley Ski Area - is CLOSED.  Frozen Falls Tubing will re-open on Saturday, 12/14.

Sugar Mountain Ski Resort  is OPEN  - 9 slopes with 4 lifts on a base of 12 - 40 inches for day and night skiing and boarding. Ice Skating is open. Tubing is open on 3 lanes. Snowmaking in progress.

Wolf Ridge Ski Resort is OPEN - Operations are suspended for now with expectation to reopen on Friday, 12/13, weather permitting.

Get links for all the NC Ski Resorts, Areas and Tube Parks on the NC Ski Resort Guide.  

Cataloochee Ski and Snowboard Swap this Weekend in Maggie Valley

December 14 - 15   Cataloochee Ski & Snowboard Swap   This is a first-time event and a great way to get rid of your older gear and make room for the new. The Swap will be held on Saturday from 8 AM-5 PM and Sunday from 8 AM-2 PM.

Registration and equipment drop off will be on Friday, from 3 PM - 7 PM and again on Saturday morning from 7 AM-8 AM. Tags and seller instructions are available by contacting catskiswap@yahoo.com.

Learn more about Cataloochee Ski Area on the NC Ski Resort Guide. 

Appalachian Ski Mountain Hosts Smith - Skullcandy Jam Friday the 13th

December 13  Smith/ Skullcandy Friday the 13th Jam  at Appalachian Ski Mountain Join ASM Terrain Park and Smith Optics for a special park session. Lots of Smith goodies will be up for grabs, and the event will be sure to feature a mysterious theme and setup in honor of the date.

Get a link for details about the Smith - Skullcandy Jam at ASM on the NC Ski Resort Guide. 

NC Slope Conditions for 12/9/13

Slope conditions and updates as of December 9:

Appalachian Ski Mountain is OPEN  - 9 slopes with 3 lifts on a base of 11 - 24 inches. Cooler weather predicted as the week progresses.

Beech Mountain Ski Resort is OPEN  for day skiing and boarding on 5 slopes with 2 lifts on a base of 10 - 26 inches

Cataloochee Ski Area is OPEN  - 7 slopes with 3 lifts on a base of 8 - 18 inches for day skiing until 4:30. There are some thin and bare spots and a loose granular surface.

Sapphire Valley Ski Area - is CLOSED.  Frozen Falls Tubing had 11/29 Opening, but is temporarily closed from 12/2 to 12/14.

Sugar Mountain Ski Resort  is OPEN  - 7 slopes with 3 lifts on a base of 6 - 34 inches for day and night skiing and boarding. Ice Skating is open. Tubing is open on 2 lanes.

Wolf Ridge Ski Resort is OPEN - Operations are suspended for now 12/6 with expectation to reopen soon weather permitting.

Get links for all the NC Ski Resorts, Areas and Tube Parks on the NC Ski Resort Guide. 

First Cat Cage Rail Jam of the Season

December 13 at Cataloochee Ski Area  the Cat Cage Rail Jam - a FREE entry Ski and Snowboard event. Registration will be at 6 PM with practice at 7 pm and the contest beginning at 7:30 PM. There will be great prizes, great FUN and great friends to enjoy.

Spectators are welcome and food and beverages will be served in the lodge. The slope will be open to event participants only. The rail jam will be on main slope in front of lodge and in viewing area of the new deck. Helmets are required.

Get a link for the Cat Cage Rail Jam, Cataloochee Ski Resort and all NC Slope news on the NC Ski  Resort Guide.

NC Ski Report for 12/6/13

Slope conditions and updates as of December 6:

Appalachian Ski Mountain is OPEN  - Operations are suspended for Friday 12/6 in anticipation of a thunderstorm both day and evening.  Skiing, Riding, and Ice Skating will resume on Saturday, December 7 on a regular schedule. Saturday anniversary prices are $5.00!

Beech Mountain Ski Resort is OPEN  for day skiing and boarding on 8 slopes with 3 lifts on a base of 12 - 30 inches.

Cataloochee Ski Area is OPEN  - 8 slopes with 3 lifts on a base of 12 - 28 inches for day skiing until 4:30. There are some thin and bare spots and a loose granular surface.  A return of more seasonable temperatures and snowmaking on Sunday evening is anticipated.

Sapphire Valley Ski Area - is CLOSED. Frozen Falls Tubing had 11/29 Opening, but is temporarily closed from 12/2  to 12/14.

Sugar Mountain Ski Resort  is OPEN  - 8 slopes with 3 lifts on a base of 8 - 38 inches for day and night skiing and boarding. Ice Skating is open. Tubing is open on 3 lanes.

Wolf Ridge Ski Resort is OPEN Operations are suspended for Friday 12/6with expectation to reopen on Saturday, weather permitting.

Get links for all the NC Ski Resorts, Areas and Tube Parks on the NC Ski Resort Guide.  

Beech Mountain Opens New Skybar this Weekend

December 7 - Grand Opening of "5506"   Beech Mountain's new Skybar.    Beech Mountain has added a new amenity for guests - a skybar providing food and beverage service at the top of the mountain. This newly-constructed facility has been named "5,506", paying tribute to the elevation that gives Beech Mountain the title of highest ski area in eastern America. Step off the chairlift and into a cozy, glass roundhouse, where you can enjoy food, drinks and snacks in comfort. Be sure to check out the large deck, with beautiful panoramic views of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Learn more about Beech Mountain Ski Resort on the NC ski Resort Guide.

Appalachian Ski Mountain host Burton Riglet Park Tour

December 7   Burton Riglet Park Tour    at Appalachian Ski Mountain. A product demo and mini snowboard park for the little boarders. A custom children’s learning terrain area will be provided at the base of ASM and Burton Snowboard experts will be offering a free “introductory terrain park experience” for children ages 2 to 6. The idea is to get children comfortable on the snow, and moving over small changes in terrain. Registration is FREE and helmets are required or all participants.

Get a link for details about the Burton Riglet Park Tour and Appalachian Ski Mountain on the NC Ski Resort Guide.

Appalachian Ski Mountain Celebrates 52 Years this Weekend with $5 Ski Tickets

December 7 - 8   Appalachian Ski Mountain Anniversary Celebration   Come celebrate Appalachian's 52nd year of family fun as they roll back tickets to 1962 prices. Pay only $5 for Ski Tickets for the Day Session from 9 AM to 4 PM.

Appalachian Ski Mountain is located in Blowing Rock NC.

NC Ski Report for 12/2/13

Slope conditions and updates as of December 2:

Appalachian Ski Mountain is OPEN  - 9 slopes with 5 lifts on a base of 14 - 26 inches.  Night skiing fro 5 - 10 PM. Ice Skating is open for regular sessions.

Beech Mountain Ski Resort is OPEN  for day skiing and boarding on 8 slopes with 3 lifts on a base of 14 - 32 inches.

Cataloochee Ski Area is OPEN  - 10 slopes with 4 lifts on a base of 32 - 50 inches for day skiing until 4:30.

Sapphire Valley Ski Area - is CLOSED. Frozen Falls Tubing had 11/29 Opening, but is temporarily closed.

Sugar Mountain Ski Resort  is OPEN  - 9 slopes with 4 lifts on a base of 14 - 50 inches for day and night skiing and boarding. Ice Skating is open. Tubing is open on 3 lanes.

Wolf Ridge Ski Resort is OPEN for day skiing on 3 slopes with 2 lifts on a base of 12 - 36 inches.


Get links for all the NC Ski Resorts, Areas and Tube Parks on the NC Ski Resort Guide. 

Thanksgiving Day Skiing on the NC Slopes

Thanksgiving Day November 28, 2013:

Appalachian Ski Mountain is OPEN from 9 AM - 5 PM  on 8 slopes and 2 terrain parks with 5 lifts on a base of 10 - 20 inches. Natural snowfall. Night skiing fro 5 - 10 PM. Ice Skating is open for regular sessions.

Cataloochee Ski Area is OPEN from 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM  - 9 slopes with 4 lifts on a base of 24 - 42 incheswith 3-5 inches of natural snowfall. Cataloochee will also be serving Thanksgiving turkey dinner with all the trimmings beginning at 11:30 AM on Thanksgiving Day. The cost for the dinner is $10.75 plus tax.

Sugar Mountain Ski Resort  is OPEN 9 AM - 4:30 PM - 5 slopes with 2 lifts on a base of 10 - 42 inches for day and night skiing and boarding. Ice Skating is open. 4+ inches of natural snowfall. Thenksgiving Turkey Treat: For one low price, you can ski/ride any four sessions during the four days of the Thanksgiving weekend.

Get a link for details about all NC ski Resorts and Areas on the NC Resort Guide.

Appalachian Ski Mountain Opens for the Season Tomorrow, November 27, 2103

Appalachian Ski Mountain will open for the 2013-2014 Season on Wednesday, November 27.  Opening Day 2013  will offer more terrain and a deeper base than ever before in Appalachian's history.  The 52nd season will begin bigger and better than ever before with riding on 9 slopes, including 2 terrain parks.

Ice Skating will also be open on the regular schedule Wednesday November 27, with 3 sessions from 12 - 2 PM at 2:30 – 4:30, and 7-9 PM.

The first 100 guests to the ticket cashier window on opening day receive a free ski ticket.  The  Opening Weekend Contest is scheduled for Saturday, November 30. Don’t miss the action and your chance to win a bunch of prizes including some CASH.

Thanksgiving Day Hours:  The Slopes will be open 9 AM – 5 PM.  Ice Skating will offer 2 sessions from 12-2 PM, and 2:30-4:30 PM.

November 29 - 30 come enjoy Appalachian's Thanksgiving Midnight Blast. The slopes open until Midnight on both Friday and Saturday night.

Get a link for Appalachian Ski Mountain and all the NC ski slopes on the NC Ski Resort Guide.

NC Ski Slopes Open

November 25, 2013:

Cataloochee Ski Area is OPEN  - 9 slopes with 3 lifts on a base of 18 - 35 inches for day skiing until 4:30.

Sugar Mountain Ski Resort  is OPEN  - 5 slopes with 2 lifts on a base of 8 - 34 inches for day and night skiing and boarding. Ice Skating is open.

Appalachian Ski Mountain will open on 11/27/13, WEATHER PERMITTING

Beech Mountain Ski Resort will open on 11/29/13, WEATHER PERMITTING

Wolf Ridge Ski Resort is CLOSED with snowmaking in process.

Sapphire Valley Ski Area  is CLOSED.

Get links for ALL NC Ski Resorts and Areas and Tube Parks
on the NC Ski Resort Guide.

Sugar Mountain Resort offers Thanksgiving Turkey Treat

11/28-12/1     Thanksgiving Turkey Treat at Sugar Mountain Ski Resort  Spend your Thanksgiving on the Sugar Ski Slopes this year. For one low price, you can ski/ride any 4 sessions during the the 4 days of the Thanksgiving weekend  for just $115. This offer expires Monday, November 25, 2013 at 3 PM.

 If the Sugar Slopes are not open because of weather, you can ski/ride any 4 non-holiday weekdays throughout the year.  To purchase your Turkey Treat please call 1-800-sugarmt x261.

Get a link for Sugar Mountain Resort and all the NC ski slopes on the NC Ski Resort Guide.

Cataloochee Continues Snowmaking

Snowmaking has continued since yesterday morning at 1 AM on 3/4 of the mountain down and today Cataloochee will be skiing for one session only, day skiing from 9 AM - 4:30 PM on 4 slopes from midstation down with 2 lifts and 1 conveyor lift operating on a 18-32" base and machine groomed surface.

Lift tickets will be $35 for adults and $25 for juniors age 5-12 with the reduced rate continuing through Sunday. Regular rental rates will apply and early season operating hours are 9 AM until 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday and 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM, Saturday and Sunday. There will be no half day rates available at this time, but they will be again be offering a one run refund. Purchase your lift ticket and make one run and if you are not satisfied after your first run within the first 30 minutes, your money will be refunded for your purchase.

Get a link for Cataloochee Ski Area and all the mountain ski slopes on the NC Ski Resort Guide.

Cataloochee and Sugar Mountain Open for Skiing Today

November 19 - Cataloochee Ski Area in Maggie Valley will be skiing for one session only, day skiing from 9 AM - 4:30 PM on 4 slopes from midstation down with 2 lifts and 1 conveyor lift operating on a 12-24" base and machine groomed surface. Lift tickets will be $35 for adults and $25 for juniors age 5-12 and we will continue this reduced rate through Sunday. Snowmaking has resumed.

Sugar Mountain Resort is OPEN with 2 slopes and1 lift on a base of 6 - 30 iinches.  Lift/slope ticket prices today are:  Adult full day $30; Jr. full day $25;  Adult half day $25;  Jr. half day $20.   Ice Skating is open with sessions at 12pm, 2pm, and 4pm.

Get links for all NC Ski Slopes on the NC Ski Resort Guide.

Sugar Mountain (Ski) Resort now OPEN for the 2013-14 Season

November 13, 2013 - Sugar Mountain Resort is the first of the NC Ski Slopes to open for the 2013-14 season. Thanks to a sudden cold snap last weekend the Sugar snow machines were able to crank out enough powder to lay the base for skiing and boarding.

Today 2 slopes are open with 1 lift on a base average of 7 - 30 inches. Ice skating is open but tubing remains closed.  Lift/slope ticket prices today are:  Adult full day $40;  Jr. full day $30; Adult half day $30;  Jr. half day $25

Get a link for Sugar Mountain and other ski areas on the NC Ski Resort Guide.

Cataloochee Ski Area NOW OPEN!

November 16, 2013 - Cataloochee Ski Area in Maggie Valley is once again the first of the NC Ski Slopes to open for the season. Skiing will be one session only, day skiing from 8:30am - 4:30pm,  on 6 slopes from midstation down with 2 lifts and 1 conveyor lift operating on a 18-36" base and machine groomed surface.

Lift tickets are $35 for adults and $25 for juniors age 5-12 with this reduced continues rate through Sunday. Regular rental rates will apply.

Early season operating hours are in effect:  9 AM - 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday;  8:30 AM - 4:30 PM, Saturday and Sunday. A one run refund will be offered. Purchase your lift ticket and make one run and if you are not satisfied after your first run within the first 30 minutes, your money will be refunded.

Learn more about Cataloochee Ski Area and all the other NC Ski Slopes on the NC Ski Resort Guide. 

Beech Mountain Ski Season Kicks off with Video Premier

November 9, 7:30 PM to 10 PM - 5th Annual Beech Mountain Ski Resort Season Kickoff Video Premier.  An event for all ages who are looking forward to the NC ski, snowboard and winter sports season. See the latest snowboard videos while enjoying great food, drinks and raffles, including a chance to win a season pass to Beech Mountain Resort.

Get up to 50% off last season's gear from boots and bindings to boards to outerwear. Take your turn at the spy mini ramp Best Trick Contest and win $100 - no entry fee.

The Season Kickoff will be held at The Boone Saloon, 489 West King Street in downtown Boone NC.

Learn more about Beech Mountain (Ski) Resort and all the NC Ski areas and resorts HERE.

NC Ski Season Closes on a High Note

All NC ski Resorts, Areas and Slopes are now closed for the 2012-13 season. With plenty of winter weather in March making up for the slow start in November and December, Cataloochee Ski Area was open a record number of days at 149. Sugar Mountain Resorts Slopes were the last to close on March 31 with a final base depth up to 72 inches.

Appalachian Ski Mountain concluded its season with some of the best conditions for closing day in over a decade. Beech Mountain Resort Slopes made major improvements for the 2012-13 season and will be offering more warm weather activities than ever, including mountain biking, summer lift rides and other events. Sapphire Valley is ready to welcome spring with great golf, tennis, hiking, dining and events. 

Season Ski tickets are available for the 2013-14 season at discounts. Get a link for all NC ski Slopes HERE.

Last Day to Ski NC for the 2012-13 Season

March 31, 2013 - Sugar Mountain Ski Slopes are open for one last day of skiing for the 2012-13 Season until 4:30 PM. Closing day is always packed with fun at Sugar Mountain. By mid-afternoon on Easter Sunday the sounds of BOSS Hawg's live Bluegrass will be playing from the deck. The outdoor grill will be cooking hot dogs and hamburgers while the annual ceremonial snow burning officially concludes Sugar's 2012-2013 winter season.

Ski lift tickets are 25% off and the 2014 Spyder Sample Sale continues.

Enjoy skiing or boarding on 15 slopes with 5 lifts on a base of 26 - 71 inches.

Get a link for Sugar Mountain Resort Ski Slopes on the NC Ski Resort Guide.

Last 2 days to Ski NC

Cataloochee Ski Mountain will be open through March 30 and Sugar Mountain Resort Ski Slopes until March 31.  This week's last minute winter weather and snow flurries have allowed for a terrific end to the 2012-13 NC Ski Season.

Both Cataloochee and Sugar Mountain offer  excellent conditions, dozens of trails with exceptional bases for end of the season skiing and boarding.

Get a link for the last weekend of skiing details on the NC Ski Resort Guide.

Cataloochee Extends Closing date to March 30

Cataloochee Ski Area’s closing date for the 2012/13 season has been moved up to Saturday, March 30, 2013, at the end of the day skiing session. This marks Cataloochee’s 149th day of skiing and riding for a record breaking number of days skied for the area. Ski  on 16 trails with 3 lifts on a base of 43 - 63 inches.

Late season ticket pricing will remain in effect. Regular rental rates apply. Cataloochee will continue offering the “One Run, We’ll Refund” until the end of the season. Guests unhappy with conditions will receive a full refund after one run within a reasonable time period. Refunds will not be given after that.

Also for those of you who have season passes to other areas, there will be a $10 off a Cataloochee lift ticket, anytime all year long.

Get a link for details about Cataloochee Ski Are on the NC Ski Resort Guide. 

Near Perfect Ski Conditions at Sugar Mountain

With winter lingering a few more days in the North Carolina Mountains, conditions are perfect for skiing at Sugar Mountain. The popular ski resort will remain open through the Easter Holiday weekend with 100% of the mountain open for last minute winter fun.

With 15 inches of recent natual snowfall you can ski / snowboard on 15 slopes with 5 lifts on a base of 27 - 72 inches.

Get a link for Sugar Mountain Resort on the NC Ski resort Guide.

Cataloochee Rates for Final Days

Cataloochee is now on late season pricing for lift tickets for the final days of skiing for 2012-13.   $29 for adults and $23 for juniors.  These ticket prices are good throughout the day.  Skiing is open from 9 AM until 4:30 PM.

Cataloochee Ski Are Season Pass Pricing for 2013/14:Season Passes are at their lowest price of the year. They are available to purchase online now, over the phone or in person.

Get a link for Cataloochee Ski Area and more details on the NC Ski Resort Guide.

Sugar Mountain Slopes Remain Open through March 31

Winter weather and more natural snow will allow Sugar Mountain Ski Slopes to stay open through March 31, 2013. Come enjoy the last week of NC skiing with great conditions. Skiing on 20 slopes with 4 lifts and a base of 27 - 72 inches.

March Madness means 25% off lift ticket, lesson and rental rates EVERY DAY & EVERY NIGHT.  2014 Spyder Sample Sale is going on right now and runs through the end of the ski season, exclusively at Sugar Mountain Sports.

Ice skating and tubing are now closed.

Get a link on the NC Ski Resort Guide.

Sugar Mountain and Cataloochee Ski Area are still open through this week

Cataloochee Ski Area will be skiing on 14 trails with 3  lifts on a base of 40 - 60 inches with NEW NATURAL SNOW. Late season rates in effect along with late season schedules: day skiing only from 9 AM until 4:30 PM Monday through Friday,  and 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM Saturday and Sunday until the end of the season on MARCH 29..  Tube World is CLOSED for the season.

Sugar Mountain Ski Resort is skiing on 19 slopes with 4 lifts on a base of 25 - 70 inches. Winter weather ha returned and  is predicted to remain through mid week. Six to ten inches of snow is expected through Wednesday. Expect Sugar's slopes to stay open at least through Wednesday, March 27th, maybe longer.  March Madness in effect: 25% off lift ticket, lesson and rental rates EVERYDAY! Tubing is open for sessions from 10 AM - 8 PM. Ice Skating is closed for the season.  2014 Spyder Sample Sale continues through the end of the ski season.

Appalachian Ski Mountain now CLOSED for the 2012-13 Season

Appalachian Ski Mountain. ended the season on a high note this year, with some of the best conditions for closing day in over a decade. The annual Winter Meltdown Games over the weekend provided an exciting and fun-filled conclusion to to the season.

ASM has scheduled opening day for the 2013-14 season on Friday, November 15.

Learn more about NC Ski Resorts HERE.

Beech Mountain Ski Resort now CLOSED for the 2012-13 Season

March 24, 2013 - Beech Mountain Ski Slopes are now CLOSED after yesterday's conclusion to a great winter 2012-13 season. With plenty of snow and perfect ski conditions the last month of the season ended with good times and happy memories for all.

On March 30 Beech Mountain will hold its annual Easter Celebration and Egg Hunt at Buckeye Recreation Center, marking the transition from winter to spring events at Beech.

The event begins at  9AM and is FREE and Family-friendly. The Egg Hunt is for 12 and under. Spring is in the air and the Easter Bunny is back after the annual appearance on the slopes. Hop on down to the Buckeye Recreation Center to enjoy games, a visit from the Easter Bunny, the Bunny Hop, a bunny petting zoo, and an Easter Egg Hunt. There is sure to be something for everyone in your family to enjoy. There will be a light breakfast included in the celebration for a donation of your choice.

Learn more about Beech Mountain year around events and attractions on the Beech Mountains NC Visitor Guide.

Great Conditions this Weekend at Sugar Mountain Ski Resort

March 22 - Sugar Mountain skiing and snowboarding with 19 slopes and 5 lifts on a base of 28 - 72 inches.  The Tubing Park is open with sessions at 10am, 12pm, 2pm, 4pm, 6pm and 8pm.  Ice Skating is closed for the remainder of the ski season.

2014 Spyder Sample Sale is going on right now and runs through the end of the ski season. Exclusively at Sugar Mountain Sports. March Madness means 25% off lift ticket, lesson and rental rates EVERY DAY & EVERY NIGHT.

Get a link for Sugar Mountain Skiing and Sugar Mountain Ski Lodging HERE.

Last Weekend to Ski Beech

Beech Mountain Resort is open from 9 AM to 430 PM today and tomorrow.   Saturday, March 23rd is the  final day of skiing for the 2012-13 season and will include games, music and other activities.
Additionally, receive one free youth(12 and under) ticket with the purchase of one paid adult ticket.  Customers can also enjoy 25% off of rental equipment.

The Mountain has 4" of fresh natural snow and a base of 32 - 76 inches skiing 14 trails with 4 lifts.

Get a link for Beech Mountain Ski Resort on the NC Ski Resort Guide.

Cataloochee Offers Day Skiing

Cataloochee Ski Area will be skiing from the top of the mountain down, on 14 trails with 2 aerial lifts and one conveyor lift operating on a base of 46"-66" and a loose granular surface. Only one session of skiing is offered, day skiing from 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM. Half day rates are not available.

Cataloochee now offers a “One Run, We’ll Refund” now until the end of the season. Guests unhappy with conditions will receive a full refund after one run, within a reasonable time period. Refunds will not be given after that. Also for those of you who have season passes to other ski areas can get $10 off a Cataloochee lift ticket, anytime all year long, 2012-13 pass must be presented for discount.

Get a link for details about Cataloochee Ski Area on the NC Ski Resort Guide.

Alpine Ski Shop Annual FREE tune-up

Now through November 15, 2013 - If you bought skis or a snowboard at Alpine anytime from 2010 through 2013 you're eligible for a FREE tune up. As this season comes to a close, get your equipment ready for next season's opening.

Alpine Ski Center is located at 3150 Tynecastle Highway in Banner Elk NC.

Beech Mountain FInal Week of skiing for 2012-13

Starting Sunday, March 17th, Beech Mountain Resort will operate from 9 AM to 4:30 PM daily, for the remainder of the season.  

Saturday, March 23rd for will be the final day of skiing at Beech Mountain. The day will include games, music and many other exciting activities.

Get a link for more details about Beech Mountain Ski Resort on the NC Ski Resort Guide. 

 

Wolf Ridge Ski Slopes Now CLosed for the 2012-2013 Season

The Ski Slopes at Wolf Ridge are now CLOSED for the 2012-13 season. Resort rentals are available year around and offer beautiful mountain views, hot tub, fireplaces and other amenities. Get links and details on the Mars Hill NC Visitor Guide.

Appalachian, Beech Mountain, Cataloochee and Sugar Mountain Ski Slope are still open with great conditions for a last minute ski getaway. Get details and links on the NC Ski Resort Guide.

St Patrick's Day Jam Session at Appalachian SKi Mountain

March 17 - St Paddy's Day at ASM.  A fun filled day of park shredding and a shot at winning some great prizes from Grenade and the Alpine Ski Shop.


All ages and abilities are encouraged to sign up for this Jam Session, which will be held in the Appaljack Terrain Park on 4 select features. A short jam session (10-15 minutes) will take place on each feature. The Alpine Ski Shop crew will be on site to award prizes for best trick on each individual feature for both skiers and snowboarders.
Registration is FREE and will be held in the Alpine Ski Shop from 10-Noon. The event will begin around 1 PM.

The only prerequisite is that all participants must wear green!Appalachian Ski Mountain is skiing 12 slopes with 6 lifts on a base of 49 - 93 inches. Get a link for Appalachian Ski Mountain HERE. 

Sugar Mountain Easter Egg Hunt this Weekend

This Sunday, March 17th, Sugar Mountain Ski Resort will host its annual Easter Egg Hunt.  Kids 12 and under are welcome to participate. The event is free with a valid lift/slope pass. The hunt begins at 9 AM and includes lots of prizes, even a 2013-14 Sugar Mountain Resort season pass.

Sugar Mountain has fresh natural snowfall and is skiing 15 Slopes with 5 lifts on a base of 35 - 86 inches. March Madness continues with a 25% discount every day of the week.

Get a link for details about Sugar's Easter Egg Hunt and all NC ski events on the NC Ski Resort Guide.

Beech Mountain Ski Resort Offers Weekday Pricing 7 days a Week

Beech Mountain Ski Resort is skiing 14 slopes with 3 lifts on a base of 44 - 84 inches. Ice skating is open. Weekday Pricing in effect 7 days a week plus one FREE youth ticket with adult ticket purchase.

Get a link and details for Beech Mountain Resort on the NC Ski Resort Guide.

Wolf Ridge Ski Resort begins weekend-only Schedule

March 11 - Wolf Ridge Ski Resort will be closed Monday through Friday of this week. The Resort will reopen for a day session on Saturday, March 16th with an end-of-season $20 lift ticket special (weather permitting).

Snow Tubing - The Original Tube Run on Puncheon Fork Road will be continuing the $15 two hour session special and be open regular hours this week, weather permitting. Hours are 9 AM - 4:30 PM Monday, 9 AM - 10 PM Tuesday-Thursday. Call 828-689-3322 or 828-778-6115 to confirm.

Get links and details about end-of-the-season scheduling and events on the NC Ski Resort Guide.

Catalooochee Ski Area Begins Late Season Rates and Schedule this Week

March 11 - Cataloochee offers late season pricing for lift tickets for weekdays and weekends. Weekday lift ticket pricing for Monday through Friday is $29 for adults and $23 for juniors. Saturday and Sunday ticket pricing is $50 for adults and $37 for juniors. These ticket prices are good thoughout the day and no half day ticket pricing will be offered.

As of March 11, Cataloochee begins the late season operating schedule of day skiing only from 9 AM until 4:30 PM Monday through Friday,  and 8:30 AM-4:30 PM Saturday and Sunday through the end of the season. Head for the slopes and enjoy the last of the 2012-13 NC Ski Season.

Get a link for more details about Cataloochee Ski Area on the NC Ski Resort Guide. 

Snowshoe Guided Tours on Sugar Mountain

Snowshoe guided tours are a great way to stay fit during the winter months. Sugar Mountain Resort snowshoe tours are offered every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 3 PM and Saturday at 9 AM and 3 PM through the end of the season. Based on instructor availability, additional tours will be given on demand for groups of 4 to 15. The program includes a 1 hour tour and snowshoe rentals.

Adult tours are for ages 12 and up. Children's tours are ages 8-11. Sign up at least 15 minutes prior to your tour time in the Ski/Snowboard School Building. Tours are $20 which includes snowshoe rental. 

Learn more about Sugar Mountain Ski Resorts Events on the NC ski Resort Guide.

Appalachian Ski Mountain Hosts Wounded Warrior Project

March 9 - The Appalachian Ski Patrol will be hosting a Ski / Snowboard Event for members of the Wounded Warrior Project. Along with assistance and support from Local and Regional EMS, Fire/Rescue and Law Enforcement Officers, Appalachian Ski Mountain. will provide a day of skiing and boarding for our Nations Heroes who have fought for the country's freedom.

The ASM Patrol has several members who served in Iraq and Afghanistan who are currently on military leave. Throughout the Southern Division and the National Ski Patrol, area Patrols have shown support of the WWP by hosting similar events.

This Event will start with a tribute to these servicemen and women,  a flag presentation by the ASU ROTC Mountaineer Battalion Cadets. ASM Patrol will provide volunteers to assist each member with a day of skiing/boarding, and will provide lunch to those members participating.

With the aid and support of local businesses and Individuals, ASM Patrol will be providing breakfast and dinner over the course of this weekend, in addition to making a donation to the WWP from funds raised and donations collected over the course of this years ski season.


Get a link for details about the Wounded Warriors Project and Appalachian Ski Mountain on the NC Ski Resort Guide.

STZ After School Session Today at Appalachian Ski Mountain

March 7 at 6 PM -  STZ After School Session at Appalachian Ski Mountain.  The STZ crew hosts an open jam format event, open to all ages and abilities.  There will be prizes of all shapes and sizes with the top skier and the top snowboarder walking away with $50 CASH.

The event will have an 80’s theme with the best in dress getting a STZ prize pack. The standout female at the event will be walking away with a STZ prize pack as well.

The Crew will also be grilling up hot dogs for all the competitors. The Event will be held on a fresh NEW par setup.  Prize packs may include shirts, custom pocket t’s, crew necks, sunglasses, stickers, and even a custom STZ hoodie.

Sugar Mountain Ski Resort offers Best Conditions of the Season

March Madness at Sugar Mountain means 25% off lift tickets, lessons and rental rates EVERYDAY. Another winter storm has blown in and a beautiful winter weekend is ahead on the NC ski slopes. 20 slopes are open with 6 lifts on a base of 41 - 91 inches.

Boss Hawg plays their live bluegrass music this Saturday from 4-6 pm in the base lodge.  Ice Skating is open with sessions at 10am, 12pm, 2pm, 4pm, 6pm and 8pm.  The Tubing Park is open with sessions at 10am, 12pm, 2pm, 4pm, 6pm and 8pm.

The Dick Trundy Memorial Sugar Cup Giant Slalom Competition is Sunday, March 10th. 7:30 am registration, 9 am start on Big Red. $15 entry fee. 100% of all entry fees goes to the American Cancer Society.

The 2014 Spyder Sample Sale is going on right now and runs through the end of the ski season. Exclusively at Sugar Mountain Sports.

Get a link for Sugar Mountain Ski Resort and this weekend's events on the NC Ski Resort Guide.

Cataloochee Ski Season Passes are at their lowest price of the year

March 5 - Season Passes are at their lowest price of the year at Cataloochee Ski Area. They are available to purchase online now, over the phone or in person.  Season rentals for next season are also available for order. New this season will be a reduced deposit fee of $125 that will be held without charging until skis or boards are returned in the spring. Also, should your child outgrow their boots during the season, they will  be upsized  at no extra charge.

Cataloochee will be skiing from the top of the mountain down, including Wild Cat Glade for day skiing only, on 16 trails with 3 aerial lifts and one conveyor lift operating on a base of 69"-89" and a machine worked surface. There will be three sessions of skiing, day skiing from 9 AM - 4:30 PM, twilight skiing from 1 PM until 10 PM and night skiing from 6 PM until 10 PM, with a morning or afternoon half day rate also available.

Tube World located in Maggie Valley, across from Ghost Town in the Sky, four miles from the ski area will is now closed for the 2012/2013 tubing season. 

Learn more about Cataloochee Ski Area and all the other NC Ski Ski Slopes on the NC Ski Resort Guide.

Last Fresh Friday of the season at Appalachian Ski Mountain

March 8 - Appalachian Ski Mountain Fresh Friday Never Summer Photo Jam.  On the final Fresh Friday Jam ASM partners with Never Summer Photo for a great day of fun.  Never Summer will be on site with photographers, and will post the choice shots from the session on their Facebook Page.

Overall winners of the photo contest have a chance at being chosen for a full page Never Summer ad in Snowboarder Magazine!

As always, the ATP crew will be working hard to churn out a new, fun setup for all abilities to shred.

Get a link for the Fresh Friday Jam on the NC Ski Resort Guide.

Beech Mountain Ski Resort March Madness Begins

March 4 - Beginning Monday, March 4, Beech Mountain Resort will be offering weekday pricing seven days a week, through the remainder of the season. Conditions are great for the best skiing of the season.

Starting Monday March 4th, the Ski Resort will offer 1 free youth ticket (12 and under) with the purchase of one full price adult ticket. This special is not valid with any other discounts , including coupons , vouchers , school snow day , or gift certificates. This special is available at the main ticketing windows only. 

Get a link for Beech Mountain Ski Resort and all other North Carolina ski slopes on the NC Ski Resort Guide.

Sugar Mountain Ski Resort Offers Fresh Natural Snow and a Weekend of Peak Slope Conditions

Sugar Mountain Resort has had 5+ inches of natural snowfall in the past week with flurries continuing through the weekend. The slopes are in the best condition of the season and the weekend is filled with winter fun.

Ice Skating is open with sessions at 10am, 12pm, 2pm, 4pm, 6pm and 8pm.

The Tubing Park is open with sessions at 10am, 12pm, 2pm, 4pm, 6pm and 8pm.

2014 Spyder Sample Sale is going on right now and runs through the end of the ski season. Exclusively at Sugar Mountain Sports.
Boss Hawg plays their live bluegrass music this Saturday from 4-6 pm in the base lodge.
NASTAR at noon this Saturday and Sunday on Big Red.
Sugar Bear's birthday, this Sunday, March 3rd. Call the Ski/Snowboard School for details.

Get a link for Sugar Mountain Ski Resort and mountain skiing, snowboarding and winter sports on the NC Ski Resort Guide.

Sugar Mountain, Cataloochee, Appalachian Ski Mountain, Beech Mountain, Wolf Ridge and Sapphire Valley all offer great skiing this Weekend

Only a few weeks are left in the NC Ski Season and the conditions are great for a weekend of fun skiing, snowboarding tubing or ice skating in the North Carolina Mountains. Natural snowfall is predicted for a beautiful "winter wonderland" all weekend.

As of March 1/2013:

Appalachian Ski Mountain is open with 12 slopes and 6 lifts on a base of 52 - 92 inches. Ice skating is open.  BEST CONDITIONS OF THE SEASON. SPY After School Shred Session today.  Recess Wreck Less Tail Jam on 3/2.

Beech Mountain Ski Resort is skiing 15 slopes with 5 lifts on a base of 42 - 82 inches. Ice skating and tubing are open. This Saturday, March 2, Ryan Ward will play at the Beech Tree Bar & Grille. This Abingdon, VA local will be playing 4:30 PM – 7:30 PM. There is no cover and all ages are welcome.

Cataloochee Ski Area will be skiing from the top of the mountain down, including Wild Cat Glade for day skiing only, on 16 trails with 3 aerial lifts and one conveyor lift on a base of 69 -89 inches. Tube World is open on Friday from 4 PM - 10 PM and Saturday and Sunday from 10 Am - 10 PM - this is the LAST WEEKEND of the season for Tube World. The BIGBIGBIG One Day Season Pass Sale is Sunday, March 3.

Sapphire Valley Ski Area - is skiing on both slopes with 2 lifts and a base of 20 - 46 inches. Call 828.743.7663 for a live report.

Sugar Mountain Ski Resort is open skiing on 20 slopes with 7 lifts on a base of 41 - 91 inches.  Ice skating is open. Tubing is open for all sessions. 2014 Spyder Sample Sale continues through the end of the ski season.   BOSS Hawg's live Bluegrass music plays again this Saturday in the Base Lodge between 4 PM and 6 PM. NASTAR at noon this Saturday and Sunday on Big Red.

Wolf Ridge Ski Resort is open with 9 slopes and 2 lifts on a base of 22 - 31 inches. Ice skating is open. Snow Day Special today - $15 lift tickets, $9 ski rentals, $15 snowboard rentals for students and teachers. It is a great day to Ski The Wolf.

Get links for details on ALL NC ski Resorts and Ski slopes on the NC Ski Resort Guide.

Recess Wreck Less Rail Jam at Appalachian Ski Mountain

March 2 at Appalachian Ski Mountain -  RECESS Presents the 4th Annual Reckless Rail Jam.  This Cash Prize Rail Jam will be open to all snowboarders and skiers of all levels. There will be Beginner – Intermediate – Advanced – as well as women's Categories for each.

This will be a jam format event consisting of staple and unique rail features on all levels set up by the ATP crew .
Registration will be from 9:30 AM-11:30 AM and the contest begins at noon.  There is a $15 Entry Fee with all  cash from entry fees going right back to the riders! The Cash will be divided up between Advanced 1st, 2nd and 3rd.

SPY will be on hill hooking it up and have donated an additional $100 toward prizes. Recess is adding another $500 to the Cash Purse as well.

Get a link for the Reckless Rail Jam, Appalachian Ski Mountain and all NC skiing and snowboarding on the NC Ski Resort Guide.

Appalachian Ski Mountain SPY Shred Session

March 1   SPY After School Shred Session at Appalachian Ski Mountain     A FREE jam session on some custom features with othe good folks at SPY Optic.

SPY is a huge supporter of ATP, and this will be a super fun evening with new park features, unique contests, and an always exciting vibe. Expect fun times to be had by all, and some special rails & boxes setup especially for the event. Skiers & Snowboarders of all age and ability are welcome.

SPY will be on hand during the entire event, and will offer some fun giveaways and prizes for standout riders during the session. The session will begin at 4 PM, and will last as long as you want. The format will be very laid back and relaxed, but most importantly – FUN!

Learn more about NC skiing on the NC Ski Resort Guide. 

Cataloochee Ski Area BIG BIG BIG One Day Season Pass Sale

Sunday, March 3, all season passes will be on sale for the lowest price of this year and next for this one day only!

Ski for the rest of the season and next on the pass you purchase during the BIG One Day Sale. The Pass sale will be held from 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM only and you can purchase in person, over the phone with a credit card or online.  Don't forget seasonal rentals will be available for order for the 2013/14 season at that time as well.

Get a link for the BIG BIG BIG One Day Sale and Cataloochee Ski Are on the NC Ski Resorts Guide.

ARMADA gives FREE demos at Beech Mountain Today

February 23 at Beech Mountain Ski Resort - A representative of ARMADA will be at the Ski Resort, offering a selection of skis for demonstration. Included in this demo: AR7, T-Hall, ARV, Halo, Alpha One, ARW, Cantika, JJ, TST and more. If you have interest in any of the ARMADA products you can give them a try - FREE.  All weekend, enjoy 30% off ARMADA skis and a free hat or t-shirt with your purchase.

Get a link for Beech Mountain Ski Resort on the NC Ski Resort Guide.

NC Skiing this Weekend

As of February 22,2013:

Appalachian Ski Mountain is open today with 12 slopes and 6 lifts on a base of 52 - 88 inches. Ice skating is open.  SFTC Slopestyle Finals on Saturday,  HCJRS Championship Race on Sunday.

Beech Mountain Ski Resort is skiing 15 slopes with 5 lifts on a base of 40 - 80 inches. Ice skating and tubing are open. 80s weekend at Beech Mountain Resort. ARMADA will be at the Ski  Resort on Saturday, offering a selection of skis for free trial and demonstration. 30%  discount on skiis all weekend.

Cataloochee Ski Area will be skiing from the top of the mountain down, including Wild Cat Glade for day skiing only, on 16 trails with 3 aerial lifts and one conveyor lift on a base of 69 -89 inches. Tube World is open on Friday from 4 PM - 10 PM and Saturday and Sunday from 10 Am - 10 PM. Fire and Rescue Appreciation Day continue through Friday.

Sapphire Valley Ski Area - is skiing on both slopes with 2 lifts and a base of 20 - 46 inches. Call 828.743.7663 for a live report.

Sugar Mountain Ski Resort is open skiing on 20 slopes with 7 lifts on a base of 47 - 95 inches.  Ice skating is temporarily closed. Tubing is open for all sessions. 2014 Spyder Sample Sale debuts this Saturday  and runs through the end of the ski season.   BOSS Hawg's live Bluegrass music plays again this Saturday in the Base Lodge between 4 PM and 6 PM.

Wolf Ridge Ski Resort is open with 9 slopes and 2 lifts on a base of 28 - 34 inches. Ice skating is open.

Get links for details on ALL NC ski Resorts and Ski slopes on the NC Ski Resort Guide.

Beech Mountain's Retro 80s Weekend

February 22 - 24  Beech Mountain's Retro 80s Weekend   Have a great weekend at Beech Mountain's trip back to the 1980s. Friday night will feature live music at 9 PM at Jackalope’s View.

Get dressed up in your 80s gear for a big air competition Saturday afternoon on the ski slopes, followed by an apparel contest. Then the Beech Tree Bar & Grille will host 80’z Enuff at 7 PM on Saturday.

Lodging specials start from $80.80 per night, with dinner and equipment rental deals throughout town. Get a link for the Retro 80s Weekend, ski lodging and other local information on the Beech Mountain NC Visitor Guide.

Cataloochee Fire and Rescue Appreciation Ski Special

February 21 - 22   Fire and Rescue Appreciation Days at Cataloochee Ski Area Cataloochee supports the law enforcement by offering a special reduced rate for law enforcement personnel and their families. Valid ID required. his special package is only $27 per person and includes a 1 1/2 hour lesson, lift ticket for either day, twilight or night skiing and rental equipment. The combined savings is $56 per person over Cataloochee's regular rates.

Cataloochee Ski Area is  located in Maggie Valley NC.  Cataloochee is North Carolina's First Ski Area, and usually the first NC Ski Area to open for the season. Catalochee offers Smoky Mountain Skiing, Riding and Tubing with 16 lighted slopes including the Cat Cage Terrain Park. With a variety of terrain for beginners to experts alike and over 4,000 sets of snowsports equipment, the Cataloochee experience offers something for everyone. 100% snowmaking, 16 lighted slopes including 1 terrain park, 2 advanced, 5 intermediate & 6 beginner; 5 lifts including 1 triple chair lift, 1 quad chairlift, & 3 conveyor lifts; and 6 lanes of snowtubing fun! PSIA school instruction. Intro to Skiing or Riding lesson is FREE with all ski and snowboard rentals any non-holiday Monday through Thursday.

Get a link for Cataloochee Ski area, the Fire and rescue Appreciation Ski Special on the NC Resort Visitor Guid.

NC Ski Report - 2/18/13

February18:
Appalachian Ski Mountain is open today  with 12 slopes and 6 lifts on a base of 50 - 86 inches. Ice skating is open.

Beech Mountain Ski Resort is skiing 15 slopes with 5 lifts on a base of 38 - 78 inches. Ice skating and tubing are open. WEEKDAY PRICING TODAY.

Cataloochee Ski Area will be skiing from the top on 16 trails with 4 lifts on a base of 62- 82 inches.  10 lanes of snowtubing fun from 10am until 6pm with 1 3/4 hour sessions available beginning at 10, 12, 2, and 4pm.

Sapphire Valley Ski Area - is skiing on both slopes with 2 lifts on a base of 20 - 46 inches.  Call 828.743.7663 for a live report.

Sugar Mountain Ski Resort is open skiing on 19 slopes with 7 lifts on a base of 46 - 90 inches. Tubing and ice skating are open for all sessions.

Wolf Ridge Ski Resort is open with 9 slopes and 2 lifts on a base of 20 - 40 inches. Holiday rates in effect today.

Get links to all the NC Resorts and ski areas on the NC Ski Resort Guide.

Sugar Mountain Resort offers great skiing for Presidents' Day Holiday Weekend

Sugar Mountain Ski Resort is open skiing on 19 slopes with 6 lifts on a base of 39 - 81 inches. Tubing and ice skating are open for all sessions. Snowmaking and natural snowfall.  BOSS HAWG plays their North Carolina Bluegrass Saturday  between 4 and 6 pm in the Base Lodge. February 16-17: NASTAR at noon on Big Red   The Tubing Park is open with sessions at 10am, 12pm, 2pm, 4pm, 6pm and 8pm.



Get links for all NC Ski Resorts and areas, a ski slope locator map, and details about all NC winter sports on the NC Ski Resort Guide.

Sapphire Ski Area Annual Outhouse Races

February 16 at Sapphire Valley Area the Annual Outhouse Races start at 2 PM. This fun family event will be broadcast this year for those who can't attend in person on Sapphire Valley TV.

Check-in for participants begins at 2 PM with the static Parade at 2:30 and the actual race at 3 PM. Proceeds benefits the Cashiers-Highlands Human Society.

The Sapphire Valley Ski Area & Frozen Falls Tube Park is an integral part of the 5,700 acre four-season resort at Sapphire Valley NC. The Ski Area's average elevation is 3400 feet and consists of The Sapphire Streamliner", a 1600 foot main run with a vertical drop of 200 feet featuring a state-of-the-art quad lift. The Frozen Falls Tube Park, is a 500-foot multi-lane snow tube hill with a vertical drop of 70 feet. There is a rustic mountain style lodge complete with stone fireplace, 'Four Seasons Grille" Restaurant/Snack Bar, clothing shop and clothing rental.

Find lodging, restaurants and attractions convenient to the Sapphire Valley Ski Area at Sapphire Valley NC, Cashiers NC and Lake Toxaway NC

Valentine's Day Special at Wolf Ridge - BOGO

February 14, 2013 - Wolf Ridge Ski Resort Have Date Night on the mountain with a Valentine's Day Special - Buy one lift ticket, get one of equal or lesser value for FREE!

This offer is good for ALL sessions and, to be fair to singles, it also works with friends and family members, just in case you can't bring your sweetheart.

Get a link and details on the NC Ski Resort Guide.

Cataloochee Ski Area Ready for a Valentine Day and Weekend Skiing

February 14, 2013:

Cataloochee Ski Area is skiing from the top of the mountain down, including Wild Cat Glade for day skiing only, on 16 trails with 3 aerial lifts and one conveyor lift operating on a base of 50"-70" and a machine worked surface.  Tube World will be open from 4 PM - 10 PM.
 
The Cat Crew on Thursday nights is here for the Cataloochee Adult Challenge Cup Race Series. Individuals race against the clock in a NASTAR race setting for the best of two runs. Top challengers in both men’s and womens’ age divisions win cool stuff. You must be 21 years of age or older to participate. Registration begins at 6 and racing begins at 7 PM. The Cat is where it’s at on Thursday night’s Adult Challenge Cup Race Series.

In addition to the regular twilight and night skiing schedule of Tuesday through Saturday evenings, Cataloochee will also day, twilight and night ski on Sunday, February 17 and holiday rates will be in effect from Friday, February 15 through Monday, February 18.

Get links to Cataloochee Ski Area and all the NC Resorts and ski areas on the NC Ski Resort Guide.

Wolf Ridge Ski Cabin - Stay 2 nights get the 3rd FREE

Wolf Ridge Ski Resort Cabin Rental - 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, sleeps up to 8. Breath-taking panoramic views, deck with hot tub, gas grill, rockers. Fireplace, pool table and air hockey table, WIFI. Winter skiing, snowboarding and tubing. Summer community pool and nearby golf.  3rd night FREE offer good through 2/28/13
                    See cabin photos, details and availability.

Appalachian Ski Mountain Celebrates Valentine's Day

February 14   Valentine's Day at Appalachian Ski Mountain    Celebrate with your Valentine at Appalachian Ice Skating Arena. There will be a special skate session from 7-9 PM complete with Valentine Day decorations, music, a roaring rink side bonfire, and more. What better way to spend your evening together? Appalachian will also offer special couple’s photography at the Ice Arena from Joshua Easterling Photography during this session.

FREE Ski Pass at Wolf Ridge Ski Resort

Stay at any Carolina Mornings property and receive a complimentary lift pass each day of your stay!
Add value to your Asheville area vacation and Wolf Ridge Resort Ski adventure, save your money and take advantage of one of the many FREE activities provided through the "Discovery Pass" exclusive to Carolina Mornings cabin and vacation rentals. Your stay in any Carolina Mornings rental will include a Ski Pass (during ski season) for each day you stay.

Get details about the FREE ski pass and Wolf Ridge cabins and rentals HERE.

WOW - Women on Wednesdays at Cataloochee Ski Area

January 9 - WOW (Women on Wednesdays) at Cataloochee. For women who learn better with female instructors, Women on Wednesdays, or WOW as its known, is a six session program, starting on January 9 for skiers and snowboarders of all ages and level. Each session starts at 10 AM with a two hour clinic hosted by Cataloochee's  most advanced women instructors Participants may practice afterwards until 4:30 PM.
 

The cost is $125 (or $175, including ski or snowboard rentals). If you have your own equipment and season pass, it's $65. Enrollment closes on January 2. You can also put your children (age 4-12) into a Cat Trackers program at the same time. Cat Trackers are offered 10am-12:30pm and 1:30pm-4pm. Special price for the Cat Trackers morning session during the WOW program is $150 over the five weeks.

Appalachian Ski Mountain Ladies Park Night

February 9 - Ladies Park Night at Appalachian Ski Mountain. For the Ladies Park Sessions, a custom terrain park area with features specifically designed for learning and progression is setup and offered to ladies exclusively. Trick tip coaches will be on hand for the event to offer advice and guidance if needed. These sessions are open to women of all age and ability, both skiers & snowboarders.

Special feature for this Ladies Park night, Screamer Athlete Meg Pugh will be coming back to Appalachian Ski Mountain to coach and support participants.  Meg’s passion and knowledge of snowboarding helped to take the Rail Jam and LPN events to the next level last year, and this season will be no different. “I am really excited about coming back for the all-women’s park event at Appalachian Ski Mtn.!” said Pugh. “I can’t wait to check out all the new features and pump up the local ladies!”

NC Ski Resort Updates for 2-7-13

February 7, 2013:

Appalachian Ski Mountain is open today with 12 slopes and 6 lifts on a base of 49 - 76 inches. Ice skating is open.  30% OFF  ALL Season Memberships.

Beech Mountain Ski Resort is skiing 14 slopes with 4 lifts on a base of 20 - 60 inches. Ice skating and tubing are open. College Week continues through 2/10.

Cataloochee Ski Area will be skiing from the top of the mountain down, including Wild Cat Glade for day skiing only, on 16 trails with 3 aerial lifts and one conveyor lift on a base of 47"-69" and a packed powder surface. Tube World is open 4 PM - 10 PM.  Law Enforcement Appreciation Days today and tomorrow.

Sapphire Valley Ski Area - is skiing on both slopes with 2 lifts and a base of 25 - 45 inches..  Call 828.743.7663 for a live report.

Sugar Mountain Ski Resort is open skiing on 14 slopes with 5 lifts on a base of 40 - 82 inches. Tubing and ice skating are open for all sessions. Snowmaking is in progress in the Terrain Park, Boulderdash and other select areas.

Wolf Ridge Ski Resort is open with 9 slopes and 2 lifts on a base of 37 - 50 inches.  Ice skating is open.

Get links to all the NC Resorts and ski areas on the NC Ski Resort Guide.

Sugar Mountain hosts High Country Junior Race Series Giant Slalom

February 10  -  High Country Junior Race Series Giant Slalom  at Sugar Mountain Ski Resort.  A Giant Slalom competition for all High Country junior racers. Registration is from 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM. Race stats at 9 AM on BIG RED.

Cataloochee Ski Area Law Enforcement Appreciation Days

February 7 - 8   Law Enforcement Appreciation Days at Cataloochee Ski Area;      Cataloochee supports the law enforcement by offering a special reduced rate for law enforcement personnel and their families. Valid ID required. his special package is only $27 per person and includes a 1 1/2 hour lesson, lift ticket for either day, twilight or night skiing and rental equipment. The combined savings is $56 per person over Cataloochee's regular rates.

Beech Mountain Ski Resort Super Bowl Sunday

Superbowl Sunday Package!

Come join Beech Mountain Resort on Superbowl Sunday, while the Baltimore Ravens and the San Francisco 49ers play for the top spot on February 3, 2013. The Beech Tree will offer $7.50 Irish car-bombs, $2 Pabst Blue Ribbon, $7 for ten wings, and chili harbowls for $4.25. Kick-off is at 6:30 PM

Want to enjoy the day on the slopes before the big game? The Superbowl Sunday Package will be offered in the Group Sales. $75 includes a day or twilight lift ticket, ski or snowboard rental, 1st time beginner lesson (ages 8 and up), and 1 order of wings at the Beech Tree. Get on the slopes to support your team! To ensure availability please call Group Sales at 1 800 438 2093 x 205

Get a link for details on the NC Ski Resort Guide.

Sugar Mountain Ski Resort this Weekend

Sugar Mountain Ski Resort Today: A weather system arriving this afternoon is expected to drop another 3-6 inches of snow on Sugar Mountain.  Snowmaking is in progress throughout the day in select areas.

BOSS HAWG's Live Bluegrass this evening in the Base Lodge between 4 pm and 6 pm.
NASTAR at noon today and tomorrow on Big Red.
Ice Skating is open with sessions at 10am, 12pm, 2pm, 4pm, 6pm and 8pm.

The Tubing Park is open with sessions at 10am, 12pm, 2pm, 4pm, 6pm and 8pm

Get a link for more details about Sugar Mountain Ski Resort on the NC Ski Resort Guide.

All NC Ski Resorts Open Today with Fresh Natural Snow

February 1:   A great weekend for NC Skiing!
Appalachian Ski Mountain is OPEN. Fresh natural snow and skiing on 7 slopes with 5 lifts and a base of 40 - 64 inches.
Beech Mountain Ski Resort is skiing 14 slopes with 7 lifts on a base of 16 - 52 inches. Ice skating and tubing are open.  5 inches of New natural snow
Cataloochee Ski Area will be skiing from the top for all three sessions on 16 trails with 4 lifts on a base of 28 - 48 inches with  new natural and made snow.  Tube World is open from 4 PM - 10 PM..
Sapphire Valley Ski Area - .Open with 2 slopes and 2 lifts on a base of 28 - 48 inches.  Call 828.743.7663 for a live report.
Sugar Mountain Ski Resort is open skiing on 17 slopes with 6 lifts on a base of 35 - 65 inches. Tubing and ice skating are open for all sessions. 8 inches new natural snow.
Wolf Ridge Ski Resort is OPEN skiing 9 slopes with 2 lifts on a base of 34 - 50 inches. The terrain Park is closed but tubing is open

Get links and details on the NC Ski Resort Guide

Weekend Ski Conditions Looking Great

Storms and a new cold wave have brought natural snow as well as more snowmaking. Conditions are looking great for this weekend's skiing and snowboarding on at the NC Ski Resorts.

January 31:
Appalachian Ski Mountain is open today (10 AM)  with 6 slopes and 4 lifts on a base of 32 - 58 inches. Ice skating is open.

Beech Mountain Ski Resort is skiing 12 slopes with 4 lifts on a base of 14 - 48 inches. Ice skating and tubing are open. Snowmaking in progress.College Week begins on 2/2.

Cataloochee Ski Area will be skiing from the top on 16 trails with 5 lifts on a base of 28 - 48 inches.  Tube World will re-open today at 4 PM.

Sapphire Valley Ski Area - is skiing on both slopes with 2 lifts and new snow.  Call 828.743.7663 for a live report.

Sugar Mountain Ski Resort is open skiing on 17 slopes with 6 lifts on a base of 28 - 60 inches. Tubing and ice skating are open for all sessions. Today is a snow day for Ashe, Avery, Carter, Johnson, Mitchell and Watauga county schools.

Wolf Ridge Ski Resort - awaiting updates after yeterday's power outage and closure.

Get links to all the NC Resorts and ski areas on the NC Ski Resort Guide.

Appalachian Ski Mountain Closed Today

Appalachian Ski Mountain is temporarily CLOSED due to thunderstorms today. Snowmaking will continue and great conditions for weekend skiing are predicted.

Wolf Ridge Ski Resort Temporarily Closed

Wolf Ridge Ski Resort is temporarily closed today due to storms and a power outage. The Resort anticipates re-opening on Thursday, assuming power is restored.

Family Day and High Winds Today on the Slopes at Cataloochee

12 PM UPDATE: Slopes are now closed due to weather conditions - Cataloochee anticipates re-opening on Thursday.
 
Cataloochee Ski Area will reduce the number of slopes open this morning due to high winds. There will be skiing on 5 trails with one aerial lift and one conveyor lift operating on a base of 28"-48" and a machine groomed surface from 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM. As winds subside, we will open additional trails and lifts. In addition, there will be some features for you to ride on Over Easy, right down from the Snack Shack and serviced by the Easy Way Triple Chairlift.

Wednesday is also Family Day and a child 17 and under will receive a free lift ticket when accompanied by a parent purchasing a full price adult day, twilight or night lift ticket.

Learn more about Cataloochee SKi Area and the NC Ski Resorts HERE.

College Week at Beech Mountain Ski Resort

February 2-10 it's College week at Ski Beech. College students can save BIG this week. Students receive the group rate on tickets by showing their college ID in the Group Sales office. Join us for live music and competitions on both weekends.

The Bathing Beauty competition will be held on Feb 2.  Participants can flaunt their stuff in a bathing suit as they cruise the Play Yard Slope from top to bottom. Males and females are encouraged to wear their 1-pieces or bikinis - for a family friendly event. Costumes will be judged based on outrageousness and originality combined for a total score that will determine the winner.

Registration will be held the day of the event from 9 AM to noon and the event activities start at 12:30 PM.  A $15 registration fee is required and includes a lift ticket. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place prizes will be awarded. So get creative and design your costume.

Get a link for more details about College Week and Beech Mountain Ski Resort on the NC Ski Resort Guide.

ASM Red Bull ThinamaJIB

February 2 - Red Bull ThingamaJIB at Appalachian Ski Mountain. This season ATP will be bringing the Red Bull ThingamaJIB back for its second season, with a whole new concept. Expect brand new repurposed features all over the place with a unique and progressive setup for this one.

Get a link for Red Bull ThinamaJIB and other Appalachian Ski Mountain events on the NC Ski Resort Guide.

Winter Clearance Sale at Altrec - save 30% - 60%

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SFTC Big Air at Appalachian Ski Mountain this weekend

January 27   SFTC Big Air at Appalachian Ski Mountain This is the highlight the “triple crown” of park events once again, with Rail Jam, Big Air, and Slopestyle competitions throughout the entire winter. All events will be scheduled for the Day Session. ATP will be partnering each SFTC event with a major title sponsor to provide prizes, product, and support for everyone involved.

Get a link and learn more about Appalachian Ski Mountain HERE.

Appalachian Ski Mountain hosts Dragon Go Big or Go Home

January 26 - Dragon Go Big or Go Home at Appalachian Ski Mountain   A unique rail jam that is FREE to enter and offers great prizes, including $100 cash for both Standout Ski and Standout Snowboard, as well as Dragon goggles that will be awarded on the spot to shredders that are killing it. Unique features will be set up for the event, creating a versatile layout with many options to allow creativity.

Get a link for Appalachian Ski Mountain and ski lodging and rentals on the Blowing Rock NC Visitor Guide.

NC Ski Resorts: Slope conditions for 1-24-13

January 24:
Cooler temperatures continue allowing for more snowmaking and deeper bases. This weekend will be a great time to visit the NC Ski Resorts and hit the slopes for skiing, snow boarding, tubing and ice skating.

Appalachian Ski Mountain is open today with 9 slopes and 6 lifts on a base of 44 - 63 inches.

Beech Mountain Ski Resort is skiing 10 slopes with 4 lifts on a base of 18 - 50 inches. Ice skating and tubing are open. Snowmaking in progress.

Cataloochee Ski Area will be skiing from the top on 16 trails with 5 lifts on a base of 25 - 45 inches. MILITARY APPRECIATION DAYS today and tomorrow.  Tube World will re-open today at 4 PM.

Sapphire Valley Ski Area - . Call 828.743.7663 for a live report. Sleet and / or snow storm warnings for Thursday evening and Friday.

Sugar Mountain Ski Resort is open skiing on 16 slopes with 6 lifts on a base of 26 - 60 inches. Tubing and ice skating are open for all sessions. Snowmaking is in progress.

Wolf Ridge Ski Resort is open today with regular hours skiing 9 slopes with 1 lift on  a base of 40 - 72 inches. Snowmaking has been in progress for the last 48 hours.Tubing is open.

Get links to all the NC Resorts and ski areas on the NC Ski Resort Guide.

Winterfest in Blowing Rock

January 24 - 27  15th Annual Winterfest   Join the Village of Blowing Rock to celebrate the fun side of winter at this annual family event. From the Wine Auction, ice carving and Live Bluegrass, to the Chili Cook-Off, Kids' Activities and the Polar Plunge in Chetola Lake, there's something for everyone.

Get a link for Winterfest and other Blowing Rock NC winter events and ski lodging HERE.

Military Appreciation Days at Cataloochee Ski Area

January 24-25  Military Appreciation Days at Cataloochee Ski Area  Cataloochee supports the armed forces by offering a special reduced rate for military personnel and their families . Valid i.d. is required. This special package is only $27 per person and includes a 1 1/2 hour lesson, lift ticket for either day, twilight or night skiing and rental equipment. The combined savings is $56 per person over Cataloochee's regular rates.

Find Cataloochee ski lodging and other local information on the Maggie Valley NC Visitor Guide. 

NC Ski Slopes with Fresh Snow and More Trails Open for the Holiday Weekend

January 20:
With natural snow of 4 - 12 inches and cooler temperatures allowing snowmaking to continue through the night,  the Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday Weekend will be a great time to visit the NC Ski Resorts and hit the NC slopes.

Appalachian Ski Mountain is open today with 10 slopes and 6 lifts on a base of 12 - 22 inches. Snowmaking continues overnight creating peak season conditions this weekend.

Beech Mountain Ski Resort is skiing 12 slopes with 6 lifts on a base of 14 - 42 inches. Ice skating and tubing are open. New snow of 12 inches with  snowmaking continuing overnight throughout the Holiday weekend..

Cataloochee Ski Area will be skiing 12 trails with 5 lifts on a base of 16 - 30 inches with 6 inches of new natural snow. Tube World will re-open today from 10 AM -10 PM. The top of the mountain is now open and  additional terrain will be available as snowmaking continues.  In addition, there will some features for you to ride on Over Easy, right down from the Snack Shack and serviced by the Easy Way Triple Chairlift.There will be three sessions of skiing, day skiing from 8:30am-4:30pm, twilgiht skiing from 1pm until 10pm and night skiing from 6pm until 10pm. Holiday rates are in effect through Monday, January 21.

Sapphire Valley Ski Area is temporarily closed with snowmaking in progress. Tube Hill is open today. Call 828.743.7663 for a live report.

Sugar Mountain Ski Resort is open with 10 inches of new, natural snow. Skiing today on 15 slopes with 6 lifts on a base of 11 - 43 inches. Tubing and ice skating are open for all sessions. Snowmaking will continue.

Wolf Ridge Ski Resort is open today with regular hours skiing 6 slopes with 2 lift. 6 inches on a base of 34 - 39 of natural snowfall  with snowmaking in progress. More trails will open as snow accumulates.

Get links for all NC Ski Resorts, Tubing and winter sports on the NC Ski Resort Guide