* * * Ski Resorts and Ski Areas in North Carolina * * *: February 2014

Friday, February 28, 2014

Weekend NC Ski Conditions for 2-28-14

Slope conditions and updates as of February 28:

Appalachian Ski Mountain is OPEN - 12 slopes with 6 lifts on a base of 44 - 88 inches.

Beech Mountain Ski Resort is OPEN for skiing and boarding on 14 slopes with 5 lifts on a base of 38 - 88 inches.

Cataloochee Ski Area is OPEN - 15 slopes with 5 lifts on a base of 62 - 92 inches for day and night skiing.

Sapphire Valley Ski Area - LAST WEEKEND to ski Sapphire. Pay to ski Friday and get Saturday Free.
SUNDAY 50% OFF. LAST WEEKEND FOR TUBING. Call 828-743-1162 for recorded updates.

Sugar Mountain Ski Resort is OPEN - 20 slopes with 7 lifts on a base of 38 - 88 inches for day and night skiing and boarding. Ice Skating is open. Tubing is open on 8 lanes.

Wolf Ridge Ski Resort is OPEN - 11 slopes with 2 lifts on a base of 22 - 32 inches for day and night skiing and boarding. Tubing is open.

Get links for NC Ski Events and all the NC Slopes and Snow Tubing Parks on the NC Ski Resort Guide.

Tuesday, February 25, 2014

Sugar Mountain Resort Hosts the USSA /Southern Alpine Racing Association U10-U14 Championships

March 1 USSA /Southern Alpine Racing Association U10-U14 Championships The region's top ski racers compete for limited spots to participate in Eastern Championships. Slalom & giant slalom competition for licensed USSA racers. By invitation only. 9 AM start.

Find a link for this Sugar Mountain Ski Racing event and other NC Ski and snowboarding events on the NC Ski Resort Guide.

Monday, February 24, 2014

Recess Wreck Less Rail Jam at ASM

March 1 Recess Wreck Less Rail Jam at Appalachian Ski Mountain. Recess Ride Shop will be presenting the signature Wreck Less Rail Jam again this season, which is always a great time, and highlights not only some creative and inspiring park features, but progressive formats that stray from the normal 3 drop formula.

Find a link for this ASM Rail Jam and other NC Ski and snowboarding events on the NC Ski Resort Guide.

Sunday, February 23, 2014

Annual Sugar Mountain Resort Spyder Sample Sale

February 27 - season end Spyder 2014 Sample Sale 2015 Spyder samples are 30% off retail prices only at Sugar Mountain Resort. Quantities and sizes are limited, so come early. Prices you won't find anywhere else! Spyder is the World's leading winter apparel company.

Get a link for the Spyder Sample Sale and other Ski Events on the NC Ski Resort Guide.

Saturday, February 15, 2014

Weekend NC Ski Conditions

Slope conditions and updates as of February 15:

Appalachian Ski Mountain is OPEN - 12 slopes with 6 lifts on a base of 53 - 109 inches.

Beech Mountain Ski Resort is OPEN for skiing and boarding on 15 slopes with 7 lifts on a base of 46 - 92 inches.

Cataloochee Ski Area is OPEN - 17 slopes with 5 lifts on a base of 73 - 103 inches for day and night skiing. February 15, The High Meadow Run will be open for day skiing hours 8:30am-4:30pm.

Sapphire Valley Ski Area - Both slopes are open with 3 lifts and a base of 46 - 52 inches. Frozen Falls Tubing is open for sessions from 10 AM through 6 PM. Call 828-743-1162 for recorded updates.

Sugar Mountain Ski Resort is OPEN - 20 slopes with 7 lifts on a base of 54 - 104 inches for day and night skiing and boarding. Ice Skating is open. Tubing is open for President's Day Weekend 2/15 - 17 on 8 lanes.

Wolf Ridge Ski Resort is OPEN - 12 slopes with 3 lifts on a base of 42 - 58 inches for day and night skiing and boarding. Tubing is open.

Get links for all the NC Slopes and Snow Tubing Parks on the NC Ski Resort Guide.

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.

Find lodging, restaurants and attractions convenient to Cataloochee at Maggie Valley NC, Waynesville NC and Lake Junaluska NC

Located in Blowing Rock NC Appalachian Ski Mountain opened in December of 1968 with 3 slopes and simple rope tows. Today Appalachian has expanded to twelve slopes including two terrain parks serviced by one double chairlift, two quad chairlifts, two conveyor lifts (new in 2010) and one handle-pull lift. The base lodge covers 46,000 square feet, is smoke free, and has complimentary WIFI in the restaurant. The Blue Ridge Ski Mountain welcomes skiers of all skills and styles, including snowboarders! With state-of-the-art snowmaking and grooming equipment you can keep skiing all day, all night and all season long. Ice skating is also offered. For updates on snowboarding check out ATP - Appalachian Terrain Park

Find lodging, restaurants and attractions convenient to Appalachian Ski Resort at Blowing Rock NC Boone NC and Banner Elk NC

Ski Beech, located on Beech Mountain NC, is Eastern America's highest ski resort at 5506 feet above sea level. With excellent skiing (day or night), and a charming Alpine Village filled with intriguing shops, tempting restaurants and more Ski Beech offers a winter wonderland of fun and activities for all members of your family or group. Alpine skiing and snowboarding will appeal to the thrill-seekers and for those looking for something a little tamer, the resort also features ice skating and snow tubing. Snow making is on 100% of the skiing terrain. To round out your fun-filled day, spend some time in one of our charming shops or tempting restaurants.

Find lodging, restaurants and attractions convenient to Beech Mountain Resort at Beech Mountain NC and nearby Banner Elk NC

Located in the Village of Sugar Mountain on the outskirts of Banner Elk NC Sugar Mountain is the largest NC ski area with twenty slopes and trails spread over 115 skiable acres for all levels of skiing and snowboarding. There are seven lifts - including one triple, four doubles and two surface lifts. The 700 foot long tubing lanes are serviced by a Magic Carpet lift, all located on the Sugar Mountain golf course. The Resort includes a 10,000 square foot refrigerated outdoor ice skating rink and a Base Lodge with ticket sales, equipment rentals, cafeterias, lounge, sports shop. Ski and snowboard lessons are available for all ages including the Sugar Bear Ski School for ages 5-10.

Find lodging, restaurants and attractions convenient to Sugar Mountain at Sugar Mountain NC and nearby Banner Elk NC

Wolf Ridge Ski Resort is just north of Asheville in the outskirts of Mars Hill NC. The Slopes of Wolf Ridge have over 82 acres of ski terrain with 23 Exciting Ski Slopes, 10 Green Family Runs, 3 Black Diamond and 10 Blue Runs . There are 2 Quad Lifts: 2 Double Lifts: 4 Surface Lifts . Two Ski Lodges offer ski/snow board/bibs/helmet/locker rentals, full food service, gift/sport shops and fireside dining and relaxing. Slope side cabin and vacation rentals are available. There is something for everyone from beginner to expert at this family-oriented resort.

Find lodging, restaurants and attractions convenient to Wolf Ridge at Mars Hill NC or Hot Springs NC

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