The Homestead
Overview
The iconic Omni Homestead Resort offers a comfortable, relaxed, and uncrowded snow sports area ideal for novice skiers and riders. The Penguin Slides Tubing Park, adjacent to the ski hill, offers fun for all ages, while the mini snowmobiles track entertains kids 6-12 years old. Located in the scenic Allegheny Mountains, the resort offers more than 30 activities throughout the year including golf on two championship courses, horseback riding, archery, falconry, trap, skeet, sporting clays, fly fishing and an expansive Spa.
Despite its southern location, the Homestead receives an average annual snowfall of 50 inches, which the resort supplements with snowmaking. Home to the Sepp Kober Ski School, The Omni Homestead maintains an experienced team of ski and snowboard instructors who offer private lessons for all levels.
For a spectacular view of the valley, head to the top of Upper Main run. It is just steep enough to provide a bit of confidence building for beginners.
Photo provided by The Homestead.
Mountain & Resort Details
Mountain
- Vertical Drop
- 700 feet
- Base Elevation
- 2,500 feet
- Peak Elevation
- 3,200 feet
- Skiable Acres
- 45
- Longest Run
- 4,200 feet
- Trails
- 9
- Trail Mix
- 3 beginner 5 intermediate 1 expert
Skiing & Amenities
- Lifts
- 2 (1 double, 1 tow)
- Night Skiing
- No
- Terrain Park
- No terrain park
- Tubing Park
- Yes
Contact & Links
- Address
- 7696 Sam Snead Highway
Hot Springs, VA 24445 - Phone
- (800) 838-1766 or (540) 839-7721
- Directions
- Get directions →
- Website
- Official resort website
Summer Activities
There’s no reason to pout when the ski slopes close at the Homestead; plenty of recreational activities are offered year-round, including golf, mountain biking, hiking, tennis, horseback riding, fly fishing, and much more. The Homestead is surrounded by 15,000 acres of wilderness. Special events are offered throughout the year, including a Wine and Food Festival and a Fourth of July Extravaganza.
Trail Map
Getting There
Weather
Weather near The Homestead
| Humidity: | 55% | Visibility: | 10.00 |
| Wind Speed: | 16 mph
 |
Sunrise: | 7:10 a.m. |
| Barometer: | 29.92 in | Sunset: | 7:10 p.m. |
| Dewpoint: | 43 °F |
Weather supplied by the National Weather Service. Errors or reporting delays may be possible.
Recent The Homestead News
A Snapshot of Mid-Atlantic Ski Conditions Heading Into Late December
A period of sustained cold weather has allowed Mid-Atlantic ski resorts to build solid snow bases and open substantial terrain as the region heads into late December.
More Mid-Atlantic Resorts Open
The majority of ski resorts in the Mid-Atlantic are now open for the 2024-2025 winter season, with others preparing to launch operations in the coming days amid favorable early-season conditions.
Laurel Mountain, The Omni Homestead, and Whitetail Resort to Open Saturday, December 23, 2023
Pennsylvania's Laurel Mountain and Whitetail Resorts and Virginia's Omni Homestead Resort will begin their winter season at 9 a.m. on Saturday, December 23, 2023.
What's New for 2023: The Omni Homestead Resort
Located in the Allegheny Mountains of Virginia, the historic Omni Homestead Resort recently completed a $150+ million dollar property-wide renovation project.
From a Drizzly December to a Snowy New Year
A warm December has been pushed away with a cold, snowy January.
More Mid-Atlantic Ski Resorts on Tap to Open December 4
A complete roundup of open — and soon-to-open — ski areas in the Mid-Atlantic.
The Homestead in the Forum
Recent DCSki discussions mentioning The Homestead.
2026 Season Closings Thread
End of Season (24-25) Mid-March Open and Closing Plans
Omni Homestead Hot Springs?
What ever happened to…the Homestead's lost trails?
Will you be skiing in crud?
Season Closings
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