Gore Mountain Ski Resort
# 1All Mountain Terrain in New York
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Located in the Adirondacks, Gore Mountain is New York State’s largest ski and ride resort. Boasting a vertical drop of 2,537 feet and over 400 accessible acres, it spans four mountains, including Gore, Bear Mountain, Burnt Ridge Mountain and Little Gore Mountain.
Where Is Gore Mountain Ski Resort Located?
There is Amtrak rail service to Saratoga Springs. From there, it’s an hour drive to the ski resort. Albany airport is one and a half hours from Gore Mountain. The NYC SnowBus offers coach bus service from Manhattan and Brooklyn to the ski resort on Saturdays from December 29 to March 16.
Inside Scoop
There are five lodges with plenty of food options, retail and repair shops, and fireplaces. Childcare is available for children ages 6 months to 6 years at the Bear Cub Den Daycare. You can go snowtubing at nearby West Mountain. Besides winter sports, there are other activities throughout the year, including scenic skyrides and downhill mountain biking – which you get to do for free as part of your season pass. Other summer activities include hiking and ziplining.
Restaurants
Breakfast
- Saddle Lodge offers breakfast sandwiches and bagels that you can grab before starting your day. 739 Peaceful Valley Road, North Creek, NY 12853
Lunch
- Witherbee’s Carriage House Restaurant lets you eat in a turn-of-the-century, historic carriage house. 581 US Route 9, Schroon Lake, NY 12870
Dinner
- Sticks & Stones Wood Fired Bistro & Bar specializes in hand-stretched, wood-fired pizzas and local crafts brews and wines. 739 U.S. 9, Schroon Lake, NY 12870
Après/Nightlife
- For après-ski, head to the Log House Restaurant & Pub at Garnet Hill Lodge. This casual spot features great drinks and locally sourced ingredients. 39 Garnet Hill Road, North River, NY 12856
Best Time for Snow
Average Snowfall
37"
23"
15"
8"
0"
4"
Nov
23"
Dec
26"
Jan
31"
Feb
26"
Mar
5"
Apr
0"
May
Terrain Overview
13%
Beginners Runs
45%
Intermediate Runs
37%
Advanced Runs
5%
Expert Runs
110
Runs in Total
36.8 mi
Runs in Total
4.5 mi
Longest Run
453 ac
Skiable Terrain
15 ac
Night Skiing
0.2 mi
Night Skiing
350 ac
Snow Making
29.8 mi
Snow Making
Total Lifts: 14
1
Gondolas & Trams
2
High Speed Quads
4
Quad Chairs
3
Triple Chairs
4
Surface Lifts
Elevation
3600'
Summit
2537'
Vertical Drop
998'
Base
Important Dates
November 25, 20232023/11/25
Projected Opening
April 16, 20242024/04/16
Projected Closing
N.A.
Projected Days Open
146
Days Open Last Year
59
Years Open
150"
Average Snowfall
Contact Information
Gore Mountain
P.O. Box 470
12853-0470 North Creek, New York
United States
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