Skiing in North Carolina
North Carolina is a ski destination in United States, part of the North America region, with 7 ski resorts to explore. The skiing spans elevations from 965m to 1,661m, giving a vertical range of 696m. Across the area there are 24km of prepared pistes. There are 90 runs in total - 33 easy, 37 intermediate, 20 advanced - catering to all ability levels. 36 ski lifts serve the slopes, including 20 chairlifts. Notable resorts in the area include Sugar Mountain Resort, Beech Mountain Resort, Hatley Pointe and Cataloochee Ski Area. The ski season typically runs from November to April. A daily adult lift pass costs around €170 on average.
Ski Resorts in North Carolina
7 ski resorts in North Carolina
Appalachian Mountain Ski Area
Appalachian Mountain Ski Area is a small ski area in North Carolina, United States. It has 1.9 km of pistes served by 6 lifts, including 3 chairlifts. The slopes run from 1,110 m to 1,189 m, a vertical drop of 79 m.
Beech Mountain Resort
Beech Mountain Resort is the highest ski area in Eastern North America at a 5,506-foot peak elevation. Located in Beech Mountain, NC, it features 17 trails, 8 lifts, terrain parks, mountain biking, dining, and the 5506' Sky Bar.
Cataloochee Ski Area
Cataloochee Ski Area, located in Maggie Valley, NC, offers slope passes, rentals, lessons, and a tube world. The resort is currently closed for the 2025-2026 season and anticipates reopening for the 2026-2027 season.
Hatley Pointe
Hatley Pointe is a boutique mountain destination nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Western North Carolina. It offers elevated experiences, thoughtful hospitality, and year-round adventure, including winter slopes and a new mountain bike park opening in August.
Hawksnest Snow Tubing
Hawksnest Tubing is the largest snow tubing park on the East Coast, with over 30 lanes of snow tubing that span from 400 to 1,000 feet long!
Sapphire Valley Ski Resort
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Sugar Mountain Resort
Sugar Mountain Resort is located in the North Carolina Mountains, offering winter activities such as skiing, tubing, ice skating, and snowshoeing. The resort also features an 18-hole golf course and tennis courts, and hosts an annual Oktoberfest.
North Carolina at a Glance
Aggregate stats across 7 resorts
Total Resorts
7
Total Piste km
24 km
Total Lifts
36
Elevation Range
965–1,661 m
Avg Day Pass
-
Total Runs
90
Where to start in North Carolina
Top picks across 2 categories
Best for beginners
- 1.Cataloochee Ski AreaGood
- 2.Sugar Mountain ResortGood
Best value
- 1.Appalachian Mountain Ski AreaGood
- 2.Beech Mountain ResortGood
- 3.Cataloochee Ski AreaGood
Top Resorts in North Carolina
Sorted by Piste km
| Resort | Piste km | Vert. Drop (m) | Lifts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sugar Mountain Resort | 8 | 350 | 8 |
| Beech Mountain Resort | 6 | 229 | 8 |
| Hatley Pointe | 5 | 191 | 4 |
| Cataloochee Ski Area | 4 | 224 | 5 |
| Appalachian Mountain Ski Area | 2 | 79 | 6 |
| Sapphire Valley Ski Resort | 1 | 39 | 3 |
| Hawksnest Snow Tubing | - | 27 | 2 |
Season Calendar - North Carolina
When each resort is open for skiing
Plan Your Ski Holiday to North Carolina
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