Hunter Mountain in New York is a popular destination for skiers and snowboarders. As part of a series on ski resorts, Huffington Post Travel offers our guide to Hunter Mountain, featuring all the key information snow lovers need to know before they hit the slopes.
The Basics
Nestled in the northern Catskills of upstate New York,
offers 240 acres of frozen fun. The winter wonderland, complete with 55 trails and 11 lifts, lies just an hour from the
.
also provide a convenient path to the mountain's slopes.
The Mountain
The popular snow-covered ski destination contains three mountains (Hunter One, Hunter Mountain and Hunter West) that cater to different levels of ability. The base elevation climbs to 1,600 feet above sea level while the summit elevation ranks at a whopping 3,200 feet with a vertical drop of 1,600 feet. In addition to the impressive mountain
, Hunter Mountain guarantees
. The ski resort, committed to producing ideal snow conditions, can cover one acre in a foot of snow every hour.
Trails And Lifts
Open for use from morning to late afternoon, Hunter Mountain's 55
and 11 assorted lifts facilitate quality skiing for guests from beginner to expert. A portion that includes 30 percent of the terrain caters to beginners. An additional 30 percent is geared toward intermediate level skiers. Advanced level guests can enjoy 27 percent of the area. The remaining 13 percent is for the experts. Hunter Mountain's 11 assorted lifts include a six-passenger chair lift, two quad chair lifts, four double chair lifts, two triple chair lifts, a detachable quad chair lift and a handle tow lift.
In The News
Hunter Mountain's Snowsports School gained this mountain national recognition as an accredited venue to learn to ride. From the intensive classes in the
to the workshops of the
, aspiring snow-sport participants acquire the knowledge to dominate the snow like professionals. In addition to rising stars, Hunter Mountain also welcomes celebrities including
, co-host of the Rollin' with Nick Cannon radio show.
Cost
Hunter Mountain offers a variety of ticket prices and plans including season passes. Weekend and holiday full-day
range from $10 for toddlers to $68 for adults ages 19 to 64. Midweek prices are significantly less, with toddlers admitted free and adults paying $58. Tickets are also offered at a discounted rate when arriving after 1 p.m. Hunter Mountain also offers a "
" valid for 3 days of skiing or riding for $119.
range from $49 for toddlers to $949 for an adult gold pass. Family rate plans are available.
Apres-Ski
at the resort offer an apres-ski treat for all tastes, from the Mediterranean style cuisine at VanWinkle's to the sushi bar at the Summit Lounge. A
awaits guests to soothe aching bodies and rejuvenate the mind after a long day on the slopes. Treatments include massages, facial and body treatments, manicures and pedicures and hair removal. In addition to the fine dining and relaxation options the Hunter Mountain area regularly offers, the resort hosts several high-quality festivals including the
, which calls Hunter Mountain home in the spring. The festival encompasses the entire Base Lodge facilities at Hunter Mountain as well as added tent space with more than 40 invited breweries on display offering lagers and ales of all kinds.
WATCH: LOCATION
Glimpse the snowy landscapes of Hunter Mountain during the 2011-2012 opening weekend.
Our 2024 Coverage Needs You
It's Another Trump-Biden Showdown — And We Need Your Help
The Future Of Democracy Is At Stake
Our 2024 Coverage Needs You
Your Loyalty Means The World To Us
As Americans head to the polls in 2024, the very future of our country is at stake. At HuffPost, we believe that a free press is critical to creating well-informed voters. That's why our journalism is free for everyone, even though other newsrooms retreat behind expensive paywalls.
Our journalists will continue to cover the twists and turns during this historic presidential election. With your help, we'll bring you hard-hitting investigations, well-researched analysis and timely takes you can't find elsewhere. Reporting in this current political climate is a responsibility we do not take lightly, and we thank you for your support.
Contribute as little as $2 to keep our news free for all.
Can't afford to donate? Support HuffPost by creating a free account and log in while you read.
The 2024 election is heating up, and women's rights, health care, voting rights, and the very future of democracy are all at stake. Donald Trump will face Joe Biden in the most consequential vote of our time. And HuffPost will be there, covering every twist and turn. America's future hangs in the balance. Would you consider contributing to support our journalism and keep it free for all during this critical season?
HuffPost believes news should be accessible to everyone, regardless of their ability to pay for it. We rely on readers like you to help fund our work. Any contribution you can make — even as little as $2 — goes directly toward supporting the impactful journalism that we will continue to produce this year. Thank you for being part of our story.
Can't afford to donate? Support HuffPost by creating a free account and log in while you read.
It's official: Donald Trump will face Joe Biden this fall in the presidential election. As we face the most consequential presidential election of our time, HuffPost is committed to bringing you up-to-date, accurate news about the 2024 race. While other outlets have retreated behind paywalls, you can trust our news will stay free.
But we can't do it without your help. Reader funding is one of the key ways we support our newsroom. Would you consider making a donation to help fund our news during this critical time? Your contributions are vital to supporting a free press.
Contribute as little as $2 to keep our journalism free and accessible to all.
Can't afford to donate? Support HuffPost by creating a free account and log in while you read.
As Americans head to the polls in 2024, the very future of our country is at stake. At HuffPost, we believe that a free press is critical to creating well-informed voters. That's why our journalism is free for everyone, even though other newsrooms retreat behind expensive paywalls.
Our journalists will continue to cover the twists and turns during this historic presidential election. With your help, we'll bring you hard-hitting investigations, well-researched analysis and timely takes you can't find elsewhere. Reporting in this current political climate is a responsibility we do not take lightly, and we thank you for your support.
Contribute as little as $2 to keep our news free for all.
Can't afford to donate? Support HuffPost by creating a free account and log in while you read.
Dear HuffPost Reader
Thank you for your past contribution to HuffPost. We are sincerely grateful for readers like you who help us ensure that we can keep our journalism free for everyone.
The stakes are high this year, and our 2024 coverage could use continued support. Would you consider becoming a regular HuffPost contributor?
Dear HuffPost Reader
Thank you for your past contribution to HuffPost. We are sincerely grateful for readers like you who help us ensure that we can keep our journalism free for everyone.
The stakes are high this year, and our 2024 coverage could use continued support. If circumstances have changed since you last contributed, we hope you'll consider contributing to HuffPost once more.
Support HuffPostAlready contributed? Log in to hide these messages.