Ski and snowboard enthusiasts from around the world:

We have been proud to provide you with free access to snow reports, resort guides and more, and we are beyond grateful for your readership and contributions to our community over the years.

Unfortunately given the changing media landscape, Mountain News Corporation has experienced financial declines in recent years. With additional economic challenges from the COVID-19 pandemic now facing our business, it is not financially viable to continue operating.

Mountain News Corporation and our OnTheSnow and Skiinfo websites will be shutting down. We will explore the possibility of selling, partnering, or contributing assets to another media outlet if there is an opportunity to allow for a consistent or enhanced online experience. For inquiries about Mountain News Corporation, please email Feedback_OTS@mountainnews.com.

We want to thank our loyal employees for their tireless work over the years to bring great information to all of you. We take comfort knowing that our collective passion for the sport of skiing and snowboarding will certainly live on.

We’ll see you on the mountain.


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Elevation

  • 2925ft
    Summit
  • 1110ft
    Vertical Drop
  • 1750ft
    Base

Lifts

  • 0
  • 0
  • 0
  • 3
  • 1
  • 0
  • 3
  • 7
    Total

Terrain

  • Beginner Runs

    31%

  • Intermediate Runs

    46%

  • Advanced Runs

    23%

  • Expert Runs

    0%

  • Runs

    13

  • Terrain Parks

    2

  • Night Skiing

    70 ac

  • Longest Run

    0.8 mi

  • Skiable Terrain

    70 ac

  • Snow Making

    70 ac

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Overview

Massanutten ski resort is a four-season Virginia resort, providing visitors spectacular views of the Blue Ridge Mountains and surrounding valley. It offers multiple lodging options and numerous ski chalets located on and around the mountain.

Where Is Massanutten Ski Resort Located?

Massanutten ski resort is located in the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia, 20 miles from downtown Harrisonburg. The nearest airport is the Shenandoah Valley Regional Airport, and it is a 30-minute drive from the resort.

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Important Dates

  • Projected OpeningProjected Closing12/08/202004/01/2020
  • Days Open Last Year
    68
  • Projected Days Open
    97
  • Years Open
    47
  • Average Snowfall
    35"

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Terrain

Skiers and riders have access to 1,100 vertical feet of drop and 2 well-maintained terrain parks (CMB Terrain Park and Pacesetter). The mountain’s 14 runs are serviced by 7 lifts. The resort’s 70 skiable acres are home to wide groomed trails, a dedicated learner’s area and night skiing. The resort offers everything from snow tubing and ice-skating during the winter and golf, mountain biking and an indoor waterpark during the summer.

Massanutten Resort has terrain suitable for all ability types form the beginner to the advanced skier or snowboarder. The ski area features beginner (30%), intermediate (35%) and advanced (35%) trails. Beginners are serviced by their own learner’s area and lifts. From the summit, advanced riders will find steep lines that will get the heart pumping and legs burning.

The top elevation is 2,925 feet, and bottom elevation is 1,770 feet. The longest run is 0.77 miles. There is a 100% snowmaking since snowfall varies depending on the year.

Massanutten Resort is a year-round destination that offers an award-winning indoor/outdoor water park, golf courses, recreation centers, spas, zip-lines and an ice-skating rink. Take your kids to the snow tubing park during the season for some more fun. There are also plenty of groomed and partially groomed trails at the resort.

The resort itself is over 6,000 acres. New activities are being added all the time, including night golfing, escape rooms and e-mountain bikes.

Breakfast

  • Before heading to the mountain, make a pit stop at Thunderbird Cafe , and fill up on breakfast. 42 Island Ford Rd, McGaheysville, VA 22840

Lunch

  • Good for both lunch and dinner, Jack Brown’s Single Wideoffers amazing hamburgers and comfort food. 11702 Spotswood Trail, Elkton, VA 22827

Dinner

  • Ciro’s Italian Eatery is the perfect place to head to for happy hour and dinner. This long-time favorite offers everything from fresh salads to tasty pasta. 101 Downey Knolls Dr, Elkton, VA 22827

Apres/Nightlife

  • Enjoy some nightlife and an amazing patio at Base Camp. If you’re hungry, get a dozen wings: veggie, boneless and bone-in. 4614 Massanutten Dr, Massanutten, VA 22840
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Gallery: Massanutten

Jonas loaded up the trails at Massanutten with almost 30". - © Massanutten
A bluebird day with fresh corduroy rounded out the weekend at Massanutten - © Massanutten
The Learning Center at Massanutten. Photo Courtesy of Massanutten Resort.
Apres ski parties are one of the best rewards of learning to ski or ride. Photo Courtesy of Massanutten Resort.
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Massanutten Reviews

Wyatt
17th March 20194
Had a great time of end of season skiing this past Thursday. Great conditions for this time of year, no lift lines...Full review
Josh Weatherly
5th February 20195
Overall decent experience, any experienced skier going here should have their expectations tempered. it is small and there are zero ‘expert’ runs,...Full review
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Ski and snowboard enthusiasts from around the world:

We have been proud to provide you with free access to snow reports, resort guides and more, and we are beyond grateful for your readership and contributions to our community over the years.

Unfortunately given the changing media landscape, Mountain News Corporation has experienced financial declines in recent years. With additional economic challenges from the COVID-19 pandemic now facing our business, it is not financially viable to continue operating.

Mountain News Corporation and our OnTheSnow and Skiinfo websites will be shutting down. We will explore the possibility of selling, partnering, or contributing assets to another media outlet if there is an opportunity to allow for a consistent or enhanced online experience. For inquiries about Mountain News Corporation, please email Feedback_OTS@mountainnews.com.

We want to thank our loyal employees for their tireless work over the years to bring great information to all of you. We take comfort knowing that our collective passion for the sport of skiing and snowboarding will certainly live on.

We’ll see you on the mountain.


– Mountain News Corporation