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DCSki Resort Profiles

DCSki has detailed profiles of 34 major ski resorts in the Mid-Atlantic region. Click on a resort name below to read DCSki's independent review of the resort. Profiles include an overview, statistics, trail map, current conditions, related news, upcoming events, reader comments, and nearby lodging. Be sure to check out DCSki's interactive map as well. Profiles are updated continuously throughout the year.

The following resorts are all downhill ski areas (although some have cross-country trails). If you are a cross-country skier, DCSki strongly recommends checking out the White Grass Touring Center and Elk River Touring Center, both located in West Virginia.

You may view a list of recent updates to these resort profiles.

 
Recent Updates
Liberty Mountain Resort
2010-08-31
Blue Mountain Ski Area
2010-05-08
Whitetail Resort
2010-02-11
Ski Roundtop
2009-12-31
Wisp Resort
2009-12-24
Seven Springs Mountain Resort
2009-12-08
Winterplace Resort
2009-11-15
Timberline Four Seasons Resort
2009-11-15
Canaan Valley Resort
2009-11-15
Wintergreen Resort
2009-11-15
Mystic Mountain Ski Area
2009-11-15
The Homestead
2009-11-15
Tussey Mountain
2009-11-15
Sno Mountain Ski Resort
2009-11-15
Shawnee Mountain
2009-11-15

Recent reader comments on resort profiles:

Comments on Seven Springs - posted by Bill
August 30 at 9:23 pm
I spotted an eror in the first review.Where it says 1 inch of snow an hour they meen 1 inch of ice an hour!The fact is that seven springs is a giant sheet of ice wich makes terrible skiing.
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Seven Springs Mountain Resort
Comments on Snowshoe - posted by Scott
August 30 at 6:45 pm
Yes, as long as the temperatures are low, Snowshoe can open 100% of their terrain with snowmaking. By mid-December, Snowshoe typically will have at least a dozen trails open, and sometimes a lot more. Cupp Run and Shay's Revenge (two experts that have 1,500-foot vertical) usually won't open until early January, but otherwise, there should be a selection of good terrain available.
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Snowshoe Mountain Resort
Comments on Snowshoe - posted by sporter
August 30 at 6:34 pm
Thanks Scott.

Is the snowmaking enough in Dec to open a few trails if natural snow is not sufficient. Thanks again.
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Snowshoe Mountain Resort
Comments on Snowshoe - posted by Scott
August 29 at 11:48 pm
They do generally get snow in December, but it can be hit and miss. In the early season, Snowshoe relies mostly on snowmaking, which kicks into gear in November.
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Snowshoe Mountain Resort
Snow in Dec - posted by sporter
August 29 at 11:46 pm
Does SS typically get snow in Dec?
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Snowshoe Mountain Resort
Comments on Tussey Mountain - posted by DCSki Reader
May 31 at 8:08 pm
and i'm almost positive penn state droped the snowbord club
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Tussey Mountain

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Whitetail Resort: Head to Whitetail for some of the best skiing and riding in the mid Atlantic Region! Enjoy nearly 1,000 feet of vertical and the Region's only High Speed Quad Chairlift. Spend less time on the road and more time carving down some expert terrain like Bold Decision or intermediate favorites Limelight and Snow Dancer! Don't worry, there is plenty of fun to be had for all ability levels, and for freestylers be sure to check out Jib Junction Terrain Park (not for the faint of heart)! We even have Park Place 101 for the beginner freestyler! Don't forget about Whitetail Adventure Tubing, fun for all ages!

Wintergreen Resort: Wintergreen Resort is an 11,000-acre, four-season resort located in the Blue Ridge Mountains three hours from Washington, D.C. With 300 tastefully furnished studios, mountain villas and condominiums, your winter escape has all the comforts of home. Enjoy skiing and snowboarding on 26 slopes and snowtubing in Virginia's largest park; Ridgely's Fun Park is perfect for small children who want to play in the snow; indoor tennis; a spa with indoor pool and hot tubs; and a variety of enticing dining options. Overnight packages offer great value and savings, call 800-266-2444 or book online - www.wintergreenresort.com. For more information, call (434) 325-2200.
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