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Big Boulder
Lake Harmony, Pennsylvania
Vertical drop:475 feet
Base elevation:1,700 feet
Peak elevation:2,175 feet
Skiable acres:55
Longest run:2,900 feet
Trails:15

Snow guns began firing at Big Boulder in the early 1940’s, before any other resort in the U.S. Although snowmaking has advanced considerably since that date, the rudimentary snowmaking system in place at the time (based on a garden hose and sprinkler) allowed Big Boulder to survive less than perfect winters.

Today, Big Boulder leverages snowmaking power in an effort to be the first ski resort in Pennsylvania to open each winter. Just down the road is Big Boulder’s sibling mountain, Jack Frost, which first opened in 1972.

Both mountains offer their own snow tubing runs, terrain parks, and half-pipes. Big Boulder lays claim to the largest terrain park in the Poconos, devoting nearly 50% of its overall terrain to park features.

Big Boulder and Jack Frost are now part of the Vail Resorts family after a 2019 purchase. Its new ownership means you can purchase a single Epic pass and ski at Whitetail, Liberty, Roundtop, Jack Frost, Big Boulder, and dozens of resorts across North America. Fans of Big Boulder have been hoping that Vail Resorts will inject some cash into capital improvements at Big Boulder and Jack Frost, as some facilities at the areas are starting to get long in the tooth. During the summer of 2022, Vail Resorts plans to replace the Edelweiss triple at Big Boulder with a new fixed-grip quad.

Lodging options include townhomes and condominiums.

Photo provided by Jack Frost Big Boulder.


Key Statistics

Resort Name: Big Boulder
Vertical Drop: 475 feet
Base Altitude: 1,700 feet
Peak Altitude: 2,175 feet
Trails: 15 Trails:
  • 4 beginner
  • 3 intermediate
  • 3 expert
Skiable Acres: 55
Longest Run: 2,900 feet
Lifts: 10 (2 triples, 5 doubles, 1 carpet, 2 carpet tubing)
Night Skiing: Yes
Terrain Park: Five terrain parks - over 50% of terrain is devoted to parks
Tubing Park: 12 chutes consisting of single, double, and family.
Address: 375 Big Boulder Drive
Lake Harmony, PA 18624
Phone: (570) 443-8425
Social Media: Facebook link Instagram link
Webcams: View resort webcams
Web Site: http://www.jfbb.com/
Directions: Via Google Maps

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Weather near Big Boulder

12:53 am on December 22 / Mount Pocono, Pocono Mountains Municipal Airport
Partly Cloudy
7° F
Partly Cloudy
Humidity:76% Visibility:10.00
Wind Speed:18 mph wind_NW Sunrise:7:24 a.m.
Barometer:30.13 in Sunset:4:38 p.m.
Dewpoint:1 °F
Excellent snowmaking conditions right now. Snowmaking
Overnight
cloudy
Low: 4°
Mostly Cloudy
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 4. Wind chill values as low as -10. Northwest wind 10 to 15 mph.
Sunday
cloudy
High: 14°
Sunny
Sunny, with a high near 14. Wind chill values as low as -12. Northwest wind 10 to 15 mph.
Sunday Night
clear
Low: 2°
Mostly Clear
Mostly clear, with a low around 2. North wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.
Monday
sunny
High: 23°
Mostly Sunny
Mostly sunny, with a high near 23. Calm wind becoming south around 5 mph in the afternoon.

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


News about Big Boulder

More Mid-Atlantic Resorts Open
Article thumbnail December 16, 2024 - The majority of ski resorts in the Mid-Atlantic region are now open for the 2024-2025 winter season, with a variety of trails available for early-season skiing and snowboarding. Additional resorts are set to open in the coming days, supported by snowmaking efforts and natural snowfall. Above, Pennsylvania’s Roundtop Mountain began its 60th season on December 14, 2024. Photo provided by Haley Mowery / Roundtop Mountain.
December Kicks Off with the Sound of Snowmaking
Article thumbnail December 1, 2024 - An arctic air mass has brought ideal snowmaking conditions to the Mid-Atlantic, enabling resorts across the region to prepare for their winter season openings, with many planning to open in early December. Resorts like Seven Springs, Wisp, Snowshoe, and Timberline Mountain are leading the charge, while others are building their bases for upcoming announcements. Photo by Heidi Lews / Hidden Valley Resort.
Last Chance to Grab an Epic Pass
Article thumbnail November 22, 2024 - Vail Resorts offers a variety of Epic Passes - providing unlimited, multi-day, or single-day skiing at ski resorts across the country - but the opportunity to buy one of these passes will soon come to an end when they go off sale on December 2, 2024.
What’s New for 2025: Vail Resorts Introduces New Winter Programs Across Pennsylvania Properties
Article thumbnail September 1, 2024 - Vail Resorts is gearing up for the winter season by rolling out new programs and enhancements across its eight Pennsylvania ski areas, including expanded children’s lessons, women-focused initiatives, and improved snowmaking capabilities. Photo by Haley Mowery, Roundtop Resort.
Epic Passes Increase in Price After May 27
Article thumbnail May 18, 2024 - 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.
Epic Passes on Sale with Early-bird Pricing
Article thumbnail March 21, 2024 - 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.
Hidden Valley and Roundtop Mountain Resorts Set to Open Friday, December 22, 2023
Article thumbnail December 21, 2023 - The steady beat of Mid-Atlantic resort openings continues this week as Pennsylvania’s Hidden Valley and Roundtop Mountain Resorts plan to kick off their winter season on Friday, December 22, 2023.
Additional Resorts Set to Open
Article thumbnail December 15, 2023 - More Mid-Atlantic resorts are set to begin their 2023-2024 winter seasons as Seven Springs, Big Boulder, Wisp, and Wintergreen drop the ropes on Friday, December 15, 2023. Canaan Valley Resort will open on Saturday, December 16. Above, Seven Springs begins grooming slopes on December 12 in preparation for its opening. Photo provided by Seven Springs Mountain Resort.
Cue the Snowguns
Article thumbnail November 26, 2023 - The sound of snowguns began ringing out across the Mid-Atlantic region in recent days, as post-Thanksgiving temperatures dipped below freezing. With the nighttime mercury dropping into the 20s in the coming days, the symphony of snowguns should continue as local resorts prepare for their season openings. DCSki provides a gallery of snowmaking photos from across the region and explains how the technology works. Above, snowguns begin to blanket the slopes of Seven Springs Mountain Resort on November 25, 2023.
What’s New for 2023: Vail Resorts’ Pennsylvania Properties
Article thumbnail November 24, 2023 - DCSki profiles the latest enhancements at Vail Resorts’ eight Pennsylvania ski areas, including Laurel Mountain, Hidden Valley, Seven Springs, Liberty Mountain, Roundtop Mountain, Whitetail, and Jack Frost/Big Boulder Resorts.

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