Listed below is North Carolina's most comprehensive ski guide with 7 ski resorts.
The highest elevation point is Mt. Mitchell 6,684 ft tall and the lowest point is the Atlantic Ocean at sea level. North Carolina's climate varies from the three geographical divisions; the warm costal plains to colder Piedmont region and the Appalachian Mountains are the coolest area.
Appalachian Ski Mtn. has 10 slopes, two terrain parks and a panoramic outdoor ice arena, there is an adventure waiting for every member of the family, even if your idea of adventure is shopping or dining slopeside by a roaring fire. With a season lasting from mid-November to April, Appalachian also offers night skiing seven nights a week.
Ski Beech Mountain Resort is a total winter experience! With excellent skiing (day or night), and a charming Alpine Village filled with intriguing shops, tempting restaurants and more, you'll find that Ski Beech offers a winter wonderland of fun and activities for all members of your family or group!
Located high in the mountains of Western North Carolina, in the Town of Beech Mountain, since 1967 Ski Beech redefines southern skiing as the highest ski resort in Eastern North America, at 5506 ft. above sea level.
At Cataloochee, located in the heart of the Smokey Mountains, you'll enjoy a unique experience on exciting slopes, winding trails and a friendly, helpful atmosphere.
Hawksnest Resort is located in Seven Devils and has a vertical drop of over 670 feet. There is terrain for beginner, intermediate and expert skiers over 14 trails.
Sapphire Valley consists of two runs, one each for intermediate and beginner skiers; featuring runs up to 1600 feet in length and a vertical drop of 200 feet.
Sugar Mountain Resort is North Carolina's largest. For over a quarter of a century, Sugar has strived to provide the finest winter sports experience available in the Southeast.
Wolf Ridge Ski Resort is located just 30 minutes north of Asheville, North Carolina, Wolf Ridge is a family oriented ski area with fun for everyone with 82 acres of skiable terrain over 20 trails and a tube run.
