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Tuesday, January 21, 2014

Sugar Mountain USSA Slalom and Giant Slalom Competition this Weekend

January 25 - 26 USSA Slalom and Giant Slalom Competition Slalom and Giant Slalom competition for licensed USSA racers. U10-U21 and Masters. Registration follows USSA procedures. No registration on race day. 9 AM Start time.

Get more information about Sugar Mountain NC HERE.

Sunday, January 19, 2014

Ski NC with great conditions for the Holiday Weekend

Slope conditions and updates as of January 19:

Appalachian Ski Mountain is OPEN - 12 slopes with 6 lifts on a base of 42 - 84 inches
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Beech Mountain Ski Resort is OPEN for skiing and boarding on 15 slopes with 7 lifts on a base of 38 - 64 inches.

Cataloochee Ski Area is OPEN - 17 slopes with 5 lifts on a base of 53 - 72 inches for day and night skiing.

Sapphire Valley Ski Area - is open on both slopes with 3 lifts and a base of 18 - 50 inches. Frozen Falls Tubing is open for sessions from 10 AM through 6 PM.

Sugar Mountain Ski Resort is OPEN - 20 slopes with 7 lifts on a base of 47 - 100 inches for day and night skiing and boarding. Ice Skating is open. Tubing is open on 6 lanes.

Wolf Ridge Ski Resort is OPEN - 11 slopes with 4 lifts on a base of 45 - 60 inches for day and night skiing and boarding. Tubing is open.

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

Saturday, January 18, 2014

Appalachian Ski Mountain Season Memberships on Sale

Save 20% on Season Memberships Now!

Enjoy some of the best skiing and riding at Appalachian Ski Mountain (ASM) now through the end of the season at a discounted rate!

All membership and pass options are now discounted 20%! To take advantage of this special pricing and purchase online, click HERE, or feel free to call or stop by the Main Office (828) 295-7828.

Friday, January 17, 2014

NC Slope Conditions for MLK Weekend

Slope conditions and updates as of January 17:

Appalachian Ski Mountain is OPEN - 12 slopes with 6 lifts on a base of 40 - 75 inches.

Beech Mountain Ski Resort is OPEN for skiing and boarding on 14 slopes with 5 lifts on a base of 34 - 60 inches.

Cataloochee Ski Area is OPEN - 17 slopes with 5 lifts on a base of 49 - 59 inches for day and night skiing.

Sapphire Valley Ski Area - re-opens today at noon. Base of 18 - 42 inches. Frozen Falls Tubing re-opens today.

Sugar Mountain Ski Resort is OPEN - 18 slopes with 6 lifts on a base of 41 - 90 inches for day and night skiing and boarding. Ice Skating is open. Tubing is open on 6 lanes.

Wolf Ridge Ski Resort is OPEN - 11 slopes with 4 lifts on a base of 35 - 55 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.

Thursday, January 16, 2014

Great NC Skiing Conditions for MLK Weekend

With the arrival of a new cold front and snowmaking in progress the NC slopes and ski resorts are anticipating great conditions of a holiday weekend of winter fun. NC skiing, snowboarding, tubing and ice skating will be open at Appalachian Ski Mountain in Blowing Rock, Beech Mountain Resort on Beech Mountain, Cataloochee Ski Area in Maggie Valley, Sapphire Valley Ski Area and Frozen Tube Park (open Firday at noon) in Sapphire Valley, Sugar Mountain Resort on Sugar Mountain and Wolf Ridge in Mars Hill.

Additional tubing parks are Hawksnest between Banner Elk and Boone on Seven Devils, Tube World in Maggie Valley, Jonas Ridge Tubing Park between Blowing Rock and Linville, Scaly Mountain Outdoor Center (tubing and ice skating) south of Highlands and Moonshine Mountain in Hendersonville.

Temperatures will be in the 20s with natural snowfall in most areas so bundle up and drive with care. Check online or by phone for last minute conditions.

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