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Winterplace Resort
Flat Top, West Virginia
Vertical drop:603 feet
Base elevation:2,997 feet
Peak elevation:3,600 feet
Skiable acres:90
Longest run:1.25 miles
Trails:27

Winterplace Ski Resort receives an average of 100” of natural snowfall each year, and that’s not bad, given the resort’s southern location. Winterplace primarily attracts skiers and snowboarders from South Carolina, West Virginia, and Virginia. In addition to natural snow, Winterplace has excellent snowmaking, covering 100% of terrain.

Winterplace offers 27 trails and 1 terrain park, serviced by 10 lifts, including two quads. Winterplace’s snow tubing park is the largest in West Virginia, with 14 lanes services by two carpet lifts. 26 trails are lit for night skiing. Vertical drop is a relatively small 603 feet, although the longest trail is 1.25 miles.

For the snowboarders, Winterplace has a terrain park, with tabletops, rails, gaps, and more.

Several restaurants at Winterplace offer aprés ski fun, including food and music.

Photo provided by Winterplace Resort.


Key Statistics

Resort Name: Winterplace Resort
Vertical Drop: 603 feet
Base Altitude: 2,997 feet
Peak Altitude: 3,600 feet
Trails: 27 Trails:
  • 41% beginner
  • 44% intermediate
  • 15% expert
Skiable Acres: 90
Longest Run: 1.25 miles
Lifts: 10 (2 quads, 3 triples, 2 doubles, 3 Super Carpets)
Night Skiing: Yes; 26 slopes and the terrain and tubing parks are lit for night skiing.
Terrain Park: Includes two carpet lifts.
Tubing Park: Tubing park has 16 lanes and is serviced by two carpet lifts.
Address: 100 Old Flat Top Mt. Rd.
Ghent, WV 25843
Phone: (800) 607-7669
Social Media: Facebook link Instagram link
Webcams: View resort webcams
Web Site: http://www.winterplace.com/
Directions: Via Google Maps

Trail Map

Trail Map

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Weather near Winterplace

12:51 pm on November 22 / Beckley, Raleigh County Memorial Airport
Overcast
29° F
Overcast
Humidity:82% Visibility:8.00
Wind Speed:10 mph wind_W Sunrise:7:11 a.m.
Barometer:29.76 in Sunset:5:09 p.m.
Dewpoint:24 °F
Good snowmaking conditions right now. Snowmaking
This Afternoon
cloudy
High: 35°
Chance of Wintry Mix and Breezy
A slight chance of snow showers between 2pm and 3pm, then a chance of snow showers and freezing rain. The snow could be heavy at times. Cloudy, with a high near 35. Breezy, with a west wind 18 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 36 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%.
Tonight
rainy
Low: 31°
Wintry Mix and Breezy then Rain/Snow Likely and Blustery
Rain showers and snow showers, possibly mixed with freezing rain before 3am, then a chance of snow showers between 3am and 5am, then a chance of rain and snow showers after 5am. Low around 31. Breezy, with a northwest wind around 24 mph, with gusts as high as 40 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. Little or no ice accumulation expected. New snow accumulation of 2 to 4 inches possible.
Saturday
rainy
High: 37°
Chance of Rain/Snow and Breezy then Cloudy
A chance of rain and snow showers, mainly before 8am. Cloudy, with a high near 37. Breezy, with a northwest wind 14 to 21 mph, with gusts as high as 36 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
Saturday Night
cloudy
Low: 32°
Mostly Cloudy
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 32. West wind 8 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph.

Weather supplied by the National Weather Service. Errors or reporting delays may be possible.


News about Winterplace

What’s New for 2025: Winterplace Resort
Article thumbnail November 12, 2024 - Winterplace Ski Resort in West Virginia is launching a two-year, multi-million dollar improvement project with USDA grant support, enhancing snowmaking, energy-efficient lighting, and guest amenities, while also introducing a new terrain park, remodeled dining options, and expanded clinics for the upcoming ski season.
Indy Pass Returns with 230+ Resorts and New Additions, Including Pennsylvania’s Bear Creek
Article thumbnail October 28, 2024 - The Indy Pass is back on sale with over 230 independent ski resorts across three continents, adding 30 new locations, including Bear Creek Resort in Pennsylvania. Offering skiers an alternative to larger corporate passes, the Indy Pass emphasizes smaller, local destinations and is expected to sell out quickly for the 2024-2025 winter season.
Snow Sports Museum of West Virginia Charts Out Summer Events
Article thumbnail May 6, 2022 - Dedicated to capturing and preserving the history of snowsports in WV, the Museum recently announced upcoming events.
An Ikonic, Epic Battle: For 2022, Season Pass Options Abound
Article thumbnail April 25, 2022 - It is once again Spring, which means it’s time to consider purchasing a season pass for the 2022-2023 winter season before prices begin to inch up. DCSki breaks down the choices and factors Mid-Atlantic skiers should consider as they explore available pass options.
From a Drizzly December to a Snowy New Year
Article thumbnail January 7, 2022 - The second half of December wasn’t ideal for Mid-Atlantic ski areas: cold temperatures from early in the season yielded to unseasonably (and, to skiers, unreasonably) mild days. As the calendar advanced from December to January, that’s all changed. DCSki provides a roundup of the latest conditions at local ski resorts.
More Mid-Atlantic Ski Resorts on Tap to Open December 4
Article thumbnail December 1, 2021 - The Mid-Atlantic ski season is already underway, and additional ski areas are scheduled to come on-line the weekend of December 4-5. DCSki presents a complete roundup of open — and soon-to-open — ski areas in this December 1, 2021 update. Above, Pennsylvania’s Seven Springs Resort has been laying down snow in preparation for a December 4 opening.
Indy Pass Expands
Article thumbnail August 17, 2021 - Offering two days of skiing each at partner resorts, the Indy Pass continues to grow, expanding to 76 resorts across North America and Japan.
7 Ski Areas in 7 Days: A Road Trip through the Southeast
Article thumbnail February 15, 2021 - Woody Bousquet had planned to spend this winter skiing north of the Mason-Dixon Line. COVID-19 changed his plans, and he found himself planning a week-long trip south, hitting 7 classic southeastern ski areas in 7 days. He chronicled his road trip in this Firsthand Report.
Indy and Mountain Collective Passes Offer an Alternative
Article thumbnail September 12, 2020 - The Epic and Ikon mega season passes may get a lot of attention, but they’re not the only passes in town. Two other passes worthy of consideration include the Mountain Collective and Indy Passes.
Rain Tries to Crash Party, but More Resorts Slated to Open
Article thumbnail December 20, 2018 - Early-season cold temperatures enabled many Mid-Atlantic resorts to fire up the snowguns, but the cold gave way to some bouts of milder temps and heavy rain, which has delayed the start of the season for some resorts. Although pre-Christmas rain is still adding to the challenge, several additional resorts plan to open in the coming days.

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