Skiing in West Virginia
West Virginia is a ski destination in United States, part of the North America region, with 7 ski resorts to explore. The skiing spans elevations from 133m to 1,451m, giving a vertical range of 1,318m. Across the area there are 67km of prepared pistes. There are 156 runs in total - 62 easy, 48 intermediate, 46 advanced - catering to all ability levels. 28 ski lifts serve the slopes, including 20 chairlifts. Notable resorts in the area include Snowshoe Mountain, Timberline Mountain, Canaan Valley Ski Resort and Canaan Valley Resort. The ski season typically runs from November to April. A daily adult lift pass costs around €115 on average.
Ski Resorts in West Virginia
7 ski resorts in West Virginia
Canaan Valley Resort
Canaan Valley Resort State Park provides the perfect year-round destination for skiing, golfing and resort-style relaxation.
Canaan Valley Ski Resort
Canaan Valley Resort State Park in West Virginia is open year-round, offering fun and relaxation. Check out our family-friendly hotel rooms, cabins, and…
Oglebay Ski and Snowboard Area
Experience skiing and snowboarding down our ultimate scenic trail at Oglebay Park Resort in Wheeling, WV. Explore packages, lessons, snow report + more.
Snow Riders
Harpers Ferry Snow Tubing at Snow Riders is in Historic Harpers Ferry, West Virginia, just 1 hour from Washington, D.C.
Snowshoe Mountain
Snowshoe is home to 257 acres of skiable terrain, 1500 vertical feet, 60 trails and the best snow around. Book your lodging and vacation packages here.
Timberline Mountain
Timberline Mountain is the premier ski area in West Virginia, featuring 2 chairlifts (including a high-speed 6-pack) and 2 carpet lifts. With 22 trails and 2 terrain parks, it offers a diverse mix of terrain for all skill levels.
Winterplace Ski Resort
Winterplace Ski Resort ski resort in United States. 24 runs, 8km of pistes, 9 lifts, 924m - 1080m elevation.
West Virginia at a Glance
Aggregate stats across 7 resorts
Total Resorts
7
Total Piste km
67 km
Total Lifts
32
Elevation Range
133–1,451 m
Avg Day Pass
€115
Total Runs
156
Where to start in West Virginia
Top picks across 2 categories
Best for beginners
- 1.Winterplace Ski ResortVery good
- 2.Canaan Valley Ski ResortGood
Best value
- 1.Oglebay Ski and Snowboard AreaExcellent
- 2.Timberline MountainVery good
- 3.Canaan Valley ResortGood
Top Resorts in West Virginia
Sorted by Piste km
| Resort | Piste km | Vert. Drop (m) | Lifts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Snowshoe Mountain | 24 | 1,500 | 8 |
| Timberline Mountain | 13 | 295 | 4 |
| Canaan Valley Ski Resort | 12 | 257 | 6 |
| Canaan Valley Resort | 9 | 256 | 3 |
| Winterplace Ski Resort | 8 | 156 | 9 |
| Oglebay Ski and Snowboard Area | 1 | 56 | 1 |
| Snow Riders | - | 23 | 1 |
Plan Your Ski Holiday to West Virginia
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