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Skiing & Snowboarding in New York's Adirondacks

The Adirondack Region in Northern New York is home to some of the best skiing and snowboarding in the Northeast. With towering peaks, family-friendly terrain, and the greatest vertical drop east of the Rockies, these mountains offer something for everyone—from first-timers to seasoned pros.

Whether you're carving turns, racing down trails, or enjoying snow tubing with the family, the Adirondacks deliver unforgettable winter adventures. Ready to hit the slopes? Explore our top ski resorts below.

Whiteface Ski mountain in the Adirondacks of Eastern New York

Simply The Best Ski Mountains In The East

Larger Alpine Ski Mountains & Resorts

  • Whiteface Mountain in Wilmington—Home of the greatest vertical east of the Rockies (3,430 feet) and known as the Olympic Mountain, Whiteface boasts 90 trails serviced by twelve lifts. Open from November through early spring, it is one of the premier alpine ski resorts in the Northeast, located just a short drive from Lake Placid.
  • Gore Mountain in North Creek—A Family-friendly place to ski for those looking for a variety of terrain and activities, Gore Mountain offers 121 trails to explore - 110 alpine ski trails and 11 Nordic/snowshoe loop trails. Find expert-only, ample intermediate, and acres of beginner terrain. Vertical drop is 2,537 feet and the longest run is over four miles long.
  • Titus Mountain in Malone—Stretching across three mountains, Titus offers 50 trails and glades, three terrain parks, and 10 lifts. It's known for being an affordable, family-friendly place to ski in the Adirondacks. Enjoy night skiing and snow tubing at Titus Mountain as well!
  • West Mountain in Glens Falls—Located near Lake George, West Mountain offers a "home-mountain" experience with day and night skiing and snowboarding and snowtubing, making it a versatile destination for all winter enthusiasts. The resort features 35 trails suitable for all skill levels, covering 130 acres of terrain, with 1,010 feet of vertical for exciting runs. 

​​​Smaller Alpine Ski Slopes & Resorts

  • Oak Mountain in Speculator—Located in the heart of the Adirondack Park in Hamilton County, enjoy great family-friendly skiing and snowboarding on beginner to intermediate terrain as well as tubing.
  • Mount Pisgah in Saranac Lake—a small-town ski hub with 15 acres of skiable terrain and night skiing. It's a great place to start linking your turns. Enjoy tubing in the evening hours of operation as well.
  • Snow Ridge in Turin—With a whopping average of 230 inches of snowfall, due to its proximity to Lake Ontario, Snow Ridge is known for its excellent grooming and having the "East's heaviest snowfall." Find wide lanes and plenty of steep pitches for skiers and snowboarders of all abilities.
  • Hickory Ski Center in Warrensburg—Hickory offers a 1,200' vertical drop, family and expert skiing, glades and gentle learning terrain. Enjoy a laid back community atmosphere. Hickory is open on weekends, weather permitting.
skiing and snowboarding in the Adirondacks

Ski Shops & Tuning Locations

  • High Peaks Cyclery - 2733 Main Street Lake Placid, NY 12946 (518) 523-3764
  • Whiteface Mountain - 5021 Route 86 Wilmington NY 12997 (518) 946-2223
  • Lake Placid Ski & Board - 2532 Main Street Lake Placid NY (518) 523-7245
  • Blue Line Sports - 81 Main Street #1 Saranac Lake NY 12983 (518) 891-4680
  • Pedals & Petals - 176 New York 28 Inlet, NY 13360 (315) 357-3281
  • Lapland Lake Nordic Vacation Center - 139 Lapland Lake Road Northville, NY (518) 863-4974
  • Sports Page Ski & Patio - 138 Quaker Road Queensbury, NY 12804. (518) 792-1304.

More Winter Activities

snowmobiling in the Adirondacks Tug Hill region

Snowmobiling

bunch of snowshoes in a circle

Snowshoeing

cross country skiing at Mt VanHoevenberg in the Adirondacks

Cross Country Skiing