Elevation
- 4848ftSummit
- 1500ftVertical Drop
- 3348ftBase
Lifts
- 0
- 0
- 0
- 3
- 0
- 6
- 0
- 3
- 12Total
Terrain
Beginner Runs
40%
Intermediate Runs
33%
Advanced Runs
25%
Expert Runs
2%
Runs
61
Terrain Parks
5
Night Skiing
86 ac
Longest Run
1.5 mi
Skiable Terrain
257 ac
Snow Making
257 ac
Overview
Snowshoe Mountain, located in Pocahontas County in West Virginia, is the largest winter East Coast ski resorts in the mid-Atlantic. Two black diamond trails comprise an area called the Western Territory, boasting a 1,500-foot vertical drop, 60% pitch and 1.5 miles in length. Two distinct mountains are skiable on one lift ticket. The Village of Snowshoe features high-quality lodging, restaurants and plenty of shopping. Skiers and snowboarders will find 15 acres of expanded terrain at the Snowshoe area of the resort. Total ski resort acres are 244.
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Terrain
Snowshoe Mountain Resort trail map includes 257 acres of skiable terrain, 60 trails and 14 lifts, and there are 3 high-speed quads (Soaring Eagle, Ballhooter and Western Express). The lift capacity is 23,400 skiers per hour. The mountain receives on average about 180 inches of snow each year. Trails are spread out pretty evenly for all types of skier from beginners to advanced, including five green trails, seven blue trails and three black diamond trails. There are also three freestyle terrain trails and one gladed area. Be sure to take advantage of the mogul runs. The base elevation is 3,348 feet, and the top elevation is 4,848 feet. To ensure that there’s fun year-round, trails are groomed on a regular basis as well as consistent snowmaking at the resort, which can last for a long time since the average temperature at this resort is lower than others.
Where Snowshoe Mountain Ski Resort Located?
The resort is located on Cheat Mountain. The easiest way to get to the ski resort is by car.
Ski and board school, rentals, adaptive skiing, restaurants, ski shops, retail shops, meeting places, service shuttles. One hundred percent snowmaking.
While there aren’t a whole lot of restaurants in the area, you can find some great places to go.
Best Breakfast in Town
- Waffle Cabin is great for quick, sweet bite before you head to the mountain. 10 Snowshoe Drive, Snowshoe, WV 26209
Lunch
- If you want slope-side dining steps from Ballhooter lift, head to the Boathouse . It’s got a great patio and overlooks Shavers Lake. 10 Snowshoe Dr, Dunmore, WV 24934
Dinner
- Appalachia Kitchen sources its food from local farmers – and offers a great meal for hungry skiers and boarders. 5811 Snowshoe Drive, Snowshoe, WV 26209
Nightlife/Après
- If you need some late-night food, head to Tuque’s Bar and Grill. You can also grab some great cocktails while you’re at it. 5811 Snowshoe Drive, Snowshoe, WV 26209
Important Dates
- Projected OpeningProjected Closing12/04/202003/28/2021
- Days Open Last Year
125 - Projected Days Open
130 - Years Open
48 - Average Snowfall
180"
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Contact Info
Snowshoe Mountain
P.O. Box 10
26209 Snowshoe
West Virginia
United States
Phone: (877) 441-4386
Current Conditions: Snowshoe Mountain
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