DCSki Newsroom

Over 900” of snow in one season. That was the record set by some Utah ski areas during the epic 2022-2023 winter season, and DCSki Columnist Jim Kenney was there to experience it, logging 62 ski days in the state at areas including Snowbird, Alta, Brighton, Solitude, and Sundance. Jim recaps his season as he personally researched Utah’s claim to the greatest snow on Earth.

Memorial Day is the unofficial start of summer, and also the last day to lock in the lowest prices on Epic Passes for the 2024-2025 winter ski season.

Vail Resorts has begun selling its line of Epic Pass products for the 2024/2025 winter season, even as lifts continue running at many of its properties across the U.S. A range of passes is available to Mid-Atlantic skiers and boarders including the Epic Pass, Epic Local Pass, Northeast Value Pass, and Epic Day Pass.

Ski areas across North America are testing snowmaking systems and watching for the cold needed to begin serious production, with Arapahoe Basin, Keystone, Loveland, Sunday River, and Killington preparing for the opening-day race. In the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast, high-elevation North Carolina resorts including Beech Mountain, Sugar Mountain, and Cataloochee could also take advantage of an early cold snap.

Fall 2026 ski swaps are taking shape across the Mid-Atlantic, giving skiers and snowboarders opportunities to buy affordable gear, sell unused equipment, and outfit growing children before winter. DCSki’s guide lists announced events from western Pennsylvania to North Carolina, including dates, locations, selling rules, and consignment details.

Robbie Allen’s search for off-the-beaten-track ski areas has taken him to California’s Mount Baldy Resort, located a short drive from Los Angeles. He describes his visit to the old-school resort.

DCSki Columnist Robbie Allen continues to trek across the country looking for off-the-beaten-track ski areas. His latest find is just outside the glittering lights of Las Vegas: Lee Canyon, the only ski resort in southern Nevada.

DCSki’s Editor visited Pennsylvania’s Liberty Mountain Resort on February 21, 2024, finding great snow conditions, sunny skies, and a friendly vibe. He filed this Firsthand Report.

Brian Head Resort, located at the southern end of Utah near stunning national parks like Zion and Bryce, offers a unique ski experience with its high base elevation of 9,600 feet, red rock vistas, and family-friendly atmosphere. While lacking the extensive infrastructure and nightlife of larger resorts, it makes up for it with affordable lift tickets, uncrowded slopes, and a relaxed vibe. Robbie Allen checks in with a Firsthand Report from Brian Head.

DCSki’s Editor made his first local turns of the season at Whitetail Resort. Recent sub-freezing temperatures and natural snow have made Whitetail’s slopes look and ski more like a western ski area. He describes his visit in this story.

Blue Mountain and Camelback Resorts are preparing for the 2024-2025 winter season with notable upgrades, including the new Peak-to-Peak Poconos Pass for unlimited access to both resorts. Blue Mountain is enhancing its snowmaking capabilities, while Camelback is focusing on tech-driven visitor experiences.

Vail Resorts has opened early sales for its 2024-2025 Epic Passes, offering discounted access to its ski resorts with multiple pass options and perks like discounted lift tickets for friends.