North Carolina’s High Country, known as the Ski Capital of the South, is home to three premier resorts – Appalachian Ski Mtn, Beech Mtn Resort and Sugar Mtn Resort. All are located within a 30-mile radius, making the High Country a favorite destination of families, couples and adventure-seekers. North Carolina has the highest mountains east of the Rockies and caters to skiers of all abilities. Away from the slopes, there’s plenty to see and do in Boone, Blowing Rock and Banner Elk. Not a skier? We are home to the largest snow tubing park on the east coast. Hawksnest features more than 20 lanes of tubing fun. Also, each ski resort offers other winter activities, including ice skating, snow shoeing and tubing. Another favorite option is the youth sledding hill in the Town of Beech Mountain. This free sledding hill is open all winter for children 12 and under.
| Recognized for hoving the largest Snow Tubing Park on the East Coast, Our 20 Lane Snow Tubing Park has four different areas to snow tube; lanes are 400 – 1000 feet long. Our 2 conveyor lifts take our snow tubers back to the top for more rides. Hawksnest has 100% snow making and lighting on all lanes to provide the best possible conditions and fun for the whole family. Also, don`t forget to enjoy our Coffee Bar, Carolina BBQ and Pizza before, during and after your tubing and zipping sessions! |
| Location: |
Hawksnest Resort |
| Phone: |
828.963.6561 |
| Toll Free: |
800.822.4295 |
| Located high in the mountains of Western North Carolina, in the Town of Beech Mountain, since 1967 Ski Beech redefines southern skiing as the highest ski resort in Eastern North America, at 5506 ft. above sea level. The only high-speed quad lift in North Carolina with a panoramic vista. These views make riding up the mountain as much fun as skiing down. We also offer double-sided runs with our backside Oz run and our nine runs on the front side of the mountain. Beech Mountain Resort is a total Winter experience. With excellent skiing (day or night), and a charming Alpine Village filled with intriguing shops, tempting restaurants and more…you`ll find that Ski Beech offers a winter wonderland of fun and activities for all members of your family or group! (NOTE: Website has both winter & summer activities) |
| Location: |
Beech Mountain, North Carolina |
| Phone: |
1-828-387-2011 |
| Toll Free: |
1-800-438-2093 |
| Twenty slopes and trails spread over 115 skiable acres provide for all levels of skiing and snowboarding. Beginners can enjoy the Magic Carpet area, Easy Street, and Lower Flying Mile, while the experts can challenge Tom Terrific, Boulder Dash, and Whoopdedoo. For those who just want to cruise the open slopes, try Big Red…Our best kept secret! With 40% novice, 40% intermediate, and 20% expert, there is terrain for all abilities. |
| Location: |
Sugar Mountain, North Carolina |
| Phone: |
828-898-4521 |
| Appalachian Ski Mtn. has expanded to twelve slopes including two terrain parks serviced by one double chairlift, two quad chairlifts, two conveyor lifts (new in 2010) and one handle-pull lift. The base lodge now covers 46,000 square feet, is smoke free, and has complimentary WIFI in the restaurant. |
| Location: |
Blowing Rock, North Carolina |
| Phone: |
828-295-7828 |
| This site is committed to the sport of skiing in the High Country of North Carolina. |
| Location: |
High Country North Carolina |
