Big Boulder Ski Resort
# 6Terrain Park in Pennsylvania
All ReviewsOverview
Big Boulder has been ranked as one of the “Top 5 Parks in the East” by Transworld Snowboarding. With its over 400 feet of drop, array of trails and multiple terrain parks, it is a crowd pleaser. In fact, Big Boulder devotes 50 percent of its acreage to freestyle terrain. The resort is located Pocono country, and the ski area's sister is Jack Frost.
Where Is Big Boulder Ski Resort Located?
The ski resort is 45 minutes from Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport, and 30 minutes from Lehighton, Pennsylvania. There are many small airports that serve the surrounding areas, including Pocono Mountains Municipal Airport.
Lodging is on Big Boulder Lake near the ski area with 34 motels offering 2,000 rooms. Private homes available for rent.
Restaurants
Breakfast
- Piggy’s provides traditional breakfast options to help you quench your appetite before heading to the slopes. 16 N Lakeshore Drive, Lake Harmony, PA 18624
Lunch
- Shenanigans has a nice patio and standard pub food, including burgers, soups and salads, and more. 286 Lake Drive, Lake Harmony, PA 18624
Dinner
- Gagliano’s Pizza and Restaurant sells more than just pizza – it’s a full-service Italian restaurant as well! 2809 PA-903, Albrightsville, PA 18210
Après/Nightlife
- Pub in the Pines always has really good bands and sometimes karaoke. The atmosphere is laidback, and the drinks are good. Route 940, Pocono Pines, PA 18350
Terrain
Terrain
The base elevation is 1,700 feet, and the summit is 2,175 feet. You will find 15 slopes and trails, serviced by 8 lifts. The terrain is pretty evenly divided: 4 beginner, 3 intermediate and 3 advanced. There are five terrain parks. The Mountain Dew Terrain Park and halfpipe cater to snowboarders. Snowtubing is available, and there are two 600-foot conveyor carpets to get snow tubers up to the top.
Inside Scoop
The SnowMonsters Program is designed to teach children ages 3 to 12 years old how to ski and snowboard. There are also adult ski and board lessons available. There are events on the resort throughout the year.
Best Time for Snow
Average Snowfall
15"
10"
7"
4"
0"
0"
Nov
7"
Dec
8"
Jan
13"
Feb
10"
Mar
Terrain Overview
38%
Beginners Runs
19%
Intermediate Runs
44%
Advanced Runs
16
Runs in Total
55 ac
Skiable Terrain
55 ac
Night Skiing
55 ac
Snow Making
Total Lifts: 8
2
Triple Chairs
5
Double Chairs
1
Surface Lifts
Elevation
2175'
Summit
600'
Vertical Drop
1700'
Base
Important Dates
December 26, 20222022/12/26
Projected Opening
March 26, 20232023/03/26
Projected Closing
95
Projected Days Open
76
Days Open Last Year
76
Years Open
50"
Average Snowfall
Contact Information
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