Grab your mittens, New Yorkers! Ski season is upon us!
If you’ve been counting down the days until it’s time to hit the slopes, good news! The forecast is beginning to call for colder temperatures and winter adventures. And for those itching to trade the city’s skyline for snow-covered peaks, Hunter Mountain is gearing up to be your go-to winter escape.
Just a short, scenic drive from NYC—close enough for a spontaneous day trip, yet far enough to feel like a true getaway—the mountain delivers that perfect blend of convenience and alpine thrill. As soon as the air gets crisp and the first flakes fall, this Catskills favorite transforms into a snowy playground for skiers, riders, and winter lovers of every level.
⛷️ Skiing and snowboarding
Hunter Mountain stands out as one of the Catskills’ premier winter destinations, blending challenging terrain with family-friendly options and a lively après-ski vibe.
The resort offers a commanding 1,600-foot vertical drop from its 3,200-foot summit and spans three distinct areas:
- 1️⃣ Hunter One: A beginner-focused zone with gentle slopes and a modern Learning Center
- 2️⃣ Hunter Mountain: A broad mix of green, blue, and black-diamond trails
- 3️⃣ Hunter West: Famous for its expert-only, double-black terrain that draws seasoned thrill-seekers
Across its 320 skiable acres, visitors can explore 67 trails—roughly 25% beginner, 30% intermediate, and 45% advanced/expert—all supported by 100% snowmaking coverage that upholds Hunter’s reputation as the “snowmaking capital of the world” and ensures a reliable season from late November through mid-April.
For freestyle enthusiasts, the mountain also features three terrain parks packed with jumps, boxes, and rails for every skill level.
❄️ Snow tubing
For those who prefer their snow-dusted thrills to happen in a more lounged position, the mountain is home to one of New York’s largest snow tubing hills, ringing in at over 1,000 feet long!
For both thrill seekers and view-enthusiasts alike, this is the perfect opportunity to get some snowy spins in. The experience is a no skills, high thrills experience for guests of all ages.
And the best part? There’s no need to huff and puff your way back up the hill. Hunter’s tubing park features its own dedicated surface lift, effortlessly carrying riders and their tubes to the top so you can spend your energy on the fun part—the ride down. It keeps the action flowing and the lines moving.
🍔 Food & Drink
For those hungry for more than just thrills, the resort offers everything from quick grab-and-go bites to full-service dining and a lively après-ski atmosphere.
- 🍻Base Lodge Bar: High-energy hub for classic après-ski fun
- 🏔️ Summit Lodge: Serves quick drinks and snacks right at the mountain’s peak
- 🛟 The Tubing Park: Provides convenient slopeside snacks and beverages
- 🍜 CopperTree: Features noodle bowls and sushi—plus a slopeside bar with great views
- 🍔 The Marketplace & Grand Central: Offers redesigned grab-and-go options, from breakfast and coffee to burgers and sandwiches
- 🍕 Upper Crust: Specializes in fresh flatbread pizzas
- 🍷 Van Winkle’s: Offers a relaxed, sit-down dinner experience
We’ll meet you on the slopes! To learn more and plan a trip, visit Hunter Mountain’s official website.