Canaan Valley Resort
Overview
Set high in the Allegheny Mountains near Davis, West Virginia, Canaan Valley Resort combines downhill skiing with the winter scenery and outdoor recreation of Canaan Valley Resort State Park. The ski area rises to 4,280 feet on Weiss Mountain, overlooking a broad mountain valley that receives some of the most reliable natural snowfall in the Mid-Atlantic.
Canaan Valley offers 26 designated ski trails across 95 acres, with 850 feet of vertical drop. Wide beginner and intermediate slopes make it approachable for families and developing skiers, while steeper runs and occasional natural-snow terrain provide additional variety when conditions permit. Three chairlifts serve the downhill terrain, and the resort does not offer night skiing.
Natural snowfall is an important part of Canaan Valley’s appeal, but the resort has also been investing in its snowmaking system. A $6 million improvement program completed ahead of the 2025-2026 season included a new snowmaking pumphouse and a snow groomer. In fall 2026, West Virginia officials proposed an additional $1 million for future snowmaking improvements.
Beyond the downhill slopes, visitors can use the resort’s 1,200-foot snow tubing park, go cross-country skiing or snowshoeing, and skate at the covered outdoor ice rink near the main lodge. The state park’s extensive trail network and nearby White Grass Touring Center provide additional opportunities for Nordic skiing when snow conditions allow.
Unlike many day-trip ski areas, Canaan Valley has lodging and other amenities on the property, including a hotel, cabins and cottages, dining, and an indoor pool. The resort is also within driving distance of Timberline Mountain and the towns of Davis and Thomas, making it a convenient base for a longer winter visit.
Photo provided by Canaan Valley Resort.
Mountain & Resort Details
Mountain
- Vertical Drop
- 850 feet
- Base Elevation
- 3,430 feet3rd-highest base elevation in the region
- Peak Elevation
- 4,280 feet4th-highest summit in the region
- Skiable Acres
- 95
- Longest Run
- 1.25 miles
- Trails
- 26
- Trail Mix
- 27% beginner 38% intermediate 35% expert
Skiing & Amenities
- Lifts
- 6 (3 chairlifts, 1 beginner-area magic carpet, and 2 tubing lifts.)
- Night Skiing
- None
- Terrain Park
- No terrain park
- Tubing Park
- 1,200-foot tubing park with multiple lanes and dedicated lift service.
Contact & Links
- Address
- Canaan Valley State Park
230 Main Lodge Road
Davis, WV 26260 - Phone
- (800) 622-4121 or (304) 866-4121
- Directions
- Get directions →
- Website
- Official resort website
Summer Activities
Canaan Valley Resort State Park offers an extensive selection of warm-weather recreation, including hiking, mountain biking, fishing, golf, and scenic chairlift rides. The resort advertises 18 miles of marked hiking and biking trails through forests, meadows, and streams, with connections to the surrounding Monongahela National Forest.
Additional activities include an outdoor pool, sporting clays, tennis, pickleball, and programs at the Nature Center. Guests can stay in the main lodge, cabins or cottages, or the state park campground while exploring Canaan Valley and nearby attractions.
Trail Map
Getting There
Weather
Weather near Canaan Valley Resort
| Humidity: | 51% | Visibility: | 10.00 |
| Wind Speed: | 7 mph
 |
Sunrise: | 6:45 a.m. |
| Barometer: | 30.31 in | Sunset: | 5:17 p.m. |
| Dewpoint: | 41 °F |
Weather supplied by the National Weather Service. Errors or reporting delays may be possible.
Recent Canaan Valley Resort News
Three Big Changes That Reshaped Mid-Atlantic Skiing
DCSki examines how megapasses, improved snowmaking, faster lifts, and year-round investments have changed Mid-Atlantic skiing since the turn of the century.
Mountain Matchup: Timberline vs. Canaan Valley
DCSki's Mountain Matchup series heads to West Virginia, comparing neighboring Timberline Mountain and Canaan Valley Resort to see what each offers skiers and snowboarders.
West Virginia Proposes $1 Million for Canaan Valley Snowmaking Improvements
West Virginia has proposed $1 million for more snowmaking improvements at Canaan Valley, following a major upgrade program for the 2025-2026 season.
Diamonds in the Rough: Where DCSki Readers See Untapped Potential
DCSki explores what might be possible at Blue Knob, Canaan Valley, Laurel Mountain, and Winterplace, while considering the financial, operational, and land-use realities behind resort development.
The Road That Changed Tucker County Skiing: Corridor H's Impact
DCSki examines how Corridor H has made Tucker County's snowier, higher-elevation ski areas more accessible from the Washington region, with more highway still to come.
The Best Run May Still Be Ahead: Lessons from a Life of Skiing with Jim Kenney
DCSki looks back at Jim Kenney’s quarter century of writing about skiing, tracing the family adventures, friendships, and Mid-Atlantic roots that have sustained his lifelong enthusiasm for the sport.
Canaan Valley Resort in the Forum
Recent DCSki discussions mentioning Canaan Valley Resort.
offseason fitness
SSMWV Hall of Fame Golf Tournament
ADHski Canaan Valley Ski Resort Meetup Registration - Saturday 2/7/2026
Snowfall (season to date)
Canaan Valley 25-26
ADHski Timberline Mountain/CV Meetup Saturday 2/7
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