Whether you’re carving down snowy slopes in the Catskills or exploring the peaks of the Adirondacks, New York ski resorts deliver for a quick day trip or a full week of winter fun. And with more than 20 resorts stretching from the Hudson Valley to the Greater Niagara region, first-timers to seasoned pros can find lessons, rental shops, and places for après-ski hot cocoa and snack breaks. Ready to hit the slopes? Read on to find the top sites for skiing—now, go find the snow! (featured photo credit: istock/Kirkikis)

20 + NY Ski Resorts to make every day a ski day

Hudson Valley Region

Catamount Mountain Resort  
Situated on the New York-Massachusetts border, Catamount caters to families looking to ski, snowboard, snow tube, and take lessons. With 8 lifts, 44 trails, and night skiing, there is no shortage of winter fun at this resort all day and night. For skiing pros, check out joining the Alpine Racing Team. And if you want to improve your skills, sign up for “Ski With An Olympian”, where you can learn from the best. 
78 Catamount Road, Hillsdale, NY 12529

Mount Peter
Since 1936, Mount Peter has built a reputation as a premier family destination for snow lovers, particularly beginners and young children, offering FREE beginner lessons on select days. Since 30% of the mountain’s trails are beginner-friendly, it’s a great place to develop a lifelong passion for the sport. Ski or board on their 13 groomed trails or try a few rounds on their 600-foot tubing run. 
51 Old Mt. Peter Road, Warwick, NY 10990

Thunder Ridge Ski Area 
If you are coming from NYC or Long Island, this ski area is only a train ride away. For lessons, Thunder Ridge Snowsports School has over 200 trained ski and snowboard instructors and 22 trails. Ski day or night, and when it’s time to take a break, stop into the slopeside lodge or pub with mountain views.
137 Birch Hill Road, Patterson, NY 12563

Catskills Region

Bellayre Mountain 
This family-friendly mountain has over 50 trails from beginner to black diamond. One of the three mountains operated by NY State (the other two are Whiteface and Gore), you can learn to ski or board with rentals available on site, and private or group lessons for adults, teens, and kids. And when you’re ready to take a lunch break, check out the grill, new carving station, and waffle hut at the Discovery Lodge. 
181 Galli Curci Road, Highmount, NY 12441

Hunter Mountain
Hunter Mountain is New York’s top four-season resort for families, featuring renowned terrain, an award-winning Learning Center, snow tubing, slopeside condominiums, and the Kaatskill Mountain Club luxury hotel. The summit hits 3,200 feet above sea level with a 1,600-foot vertical drop, and that’s not all—with 13 lifts and an impressive 67 trails spread across the 320 acres, skiers of all levels can find challenging terrain and slopes for easy runs too.
64 Klein Avenue, Hunter, NY 12442

Plattekill Ski Mountain
Dubbed a real family mountain, skiing at Plattekill—still family owned and operated—takes the joy of skiing seriously. Families will find the warm atmosphere and diverse trails welcoming. Try their authentic alpine experience with 41 trails from a 2-mile-long beginner cruiser to steep double black diamonds with 1100′ of vertical drop. And their apres-ski is as authentic as it gets at the Skier’s Bistro, with live entertainment, a full bar, delicious homemade foods, woodstoves, and fireplaces that will keep you toasty after a day of runs. 
469 Plattekill Road, Roxbury, NY 12474

Windham Mountain
With 54 trails, 9 lifts, and 3 terrain parks, this mountain is a great spot to spend more than a day. Sign the kids up for the Ski & Ride School, where instructors are skilled at working with guests of all ages and abilities. Book a stay at The Outpost lodging at the Windham Mountain Club, offering wellness and dining experiences open to members and guests of the resort. 
19 Resorts Drive, Windham, NY 12496

Capital-Saratoga Region

Maple Ski Ridge  
Since 1963, this family-owned and operated business has welcomed skiers and riders of all ages and abilities. Start with their lessons, visit a rental shop, or try downhill skiing, snowboarding, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and alpine touring/skinning. You won’t want to miss their unique events, like their horse-drawn sleigh ride or Snowbox Derby.
2725 Mariaville Road, Schenectady, NY 12306

Willard Mountain 
With a mission to keep skiing and snowboarding affordable, this is a great mountain for families. Try beginner or expert terrain with 17 runs and 5 lifts with trails like the Bunny Hop all the way up to the Wipeout. Ski and snowboard lessons are available for 4-year-olds to adults, and when you’ve had your fill of skis and boards, take a spin on a snow tube at this NY mountain.
77 Intervale Road, Greenwich, NY 12834

Central New York

Greek Peak Mountain Resort
Central New York’s largest ski resort has 45 ski trails, 11 glades, 6 chair lifts, 2 surface lifts, a tubing conveyor lift, a beginners’ slope, and terrain parks. Stop in for après-ski at Carver’s Steakhouse in Hope Lake Lodge, or at Trax Pub and Grill, with an outdoor deck and live music. Staying the night? Relax in the Waterfalls Spa, splash in the Cascades Indoor Waterpark, or stop in to get updated ski and board equipment in the rental shop with a state-of-the-art ski and board tuning facility.
2000 NYS Route 392, Cortland, NY 13045

Labrador Mountain Ski Resort  
Get ready to play in the snow at Song Mountain’s sister resort, the Labrador Mountain Ski Resort. And if you want to visit both resorts, all “Full” Inter-Mountain Passports are valid at Song or Labrador without restrictions. Labrador offers lessons, rentals, racing, and a restaurant. Like night skiing? Stop by the Friday Night Freak Out and ski or snowboard up until midnight.
6935 NY-91, Truxton, NY 13158

Royal Mountain Ski Area
If you are looking for some small-town charm, with fun on a big mountain, then this is your spot. With skiing, snowboarding, and options for food, this mountain has everything that you need for a winter day. Kids can also take lessons in the Trailblazer program, and once they complete the program, they receive a discounted season pass package for the child and immediate family members to ski and ride for the rest of the season.
3072 New York 10, Caroga Lake, NY 12032

Song Mountain Ski Resort
Like its sister resort, Labrador Mountain, Song offers lessons, rentals, racing, and night skiing. You can ski all day, then make your way to the cozy Alpine lodge at the base of the mountain. Got kids who like to race? Sign them up for Song Mountain Ski Team, where they can take on the slalom courses or help them improve their skills with the Recreational Race Training program.  
1 Song Mountain Rd, Tully, NY 13159

Woods Valley Ski Resort  
Whether you want to start in the beginner area, take a lesson, or go right for the slopes, you have plenty of options at this NY resort. With four terrain parks, any skier can find a challenge on the mountain. The resort also has night skiing and 2-hour snow tubing sessions.
9100 State Route 46, Westernville, NY 13486

Adirondack Region

Gore Mountain
If you are looking for New York’s largest ski mountain, this is it with 14 lifts,  108 Trails, and 9 sides of 4 peaks. See their unique North Creek Ski Bowl, their newest lodge called The Station, and The Nordic Center that has a 4K trail network. Their Twilight Skiing is another experience that you won’t want to miss.
793 Peaceful Valley Road, North Creek, NY 12853

McCauley Mountain Ski Center  
If you are looking for a smaller place to ski, but want all the perks of a big resort, McCauley has a 633-ft vertical drop, 21 slopes and trails up to a mile long, with double-black diamond challenges. Don’t worry, you will find everything you need with their rentals, lessons for ages 4 and up, and events like their Winter Carnival or Cardboard sled races.
300 McCauley Mountain Road, Old Forge, New York 13420

Titus Mountain  
Ski day or night, slide down the Tubing Hill (try the Neon Night Tubing), or visit Three Terrain Parks and USASA Events. Rent a private Skibana, stay in a slopeside chalet, or try their Alpine Ski Racing program. If you want to stick around longer, there are Ski & Stay Packages, dining, and lessons, including STRIDE Adaptive Programming.
215 Johnson Road, Malone, NY 12953

Whiteface Mountain 
This mountain site of the ’32 and ’80 Olympics is a challenge for sure, but it’s known for being one of the snowiest resorts in the region. Suit up with their rentals, lessons, and terrain for everyone—from gentle runs and beginner areas perfect for kids and newbies to thrilling cruisers and expert slopes for the seasoned skiers. And if you’re more advanced, make sure you get on the legendary Cloudsplitter Gondola with tons of scenic views of the Adirondacks,
5021 Route 86, Wilmington, NY 12997

Thousand Islands-Seaway Region

Dry Hill Ski Area 
Ski and snowboard with a season pass or punch card at this NY Ski area. If you want to clean up your skills, you can take a private lesson or join the Ski School. Children under 5 ski free with the purchase of an adult ticket. When you come off the mountain, be sure to visit the Fireside Lounge for music and food. 
18160 Alpine Ridge Road, Watertown, NY 13601

Finger Lakes Region

Bristol Mountain 
Bristol offers 1200’ of vertical, 2 high-speed quads, and state-of-the-art snowmaking, making it a prime ski and boarding spot for beginners to experts. Prefer to night ski? Ninety-seven of the trials have lighting, so the skiing doesn’t have to stop when the sun goes down. Group lessons are available for ages 4+, and private lessons start at age 3.
5662 Route 64 Canandaigua, NY 14424

Swain Resort  
A total of 35 trails, a summit elevation of 1,970 feet, and the longest run is 5,280 feet, making this resort a fun place to ski. Stay in their lodging, have the children try the childcare, or let them participate in the children’s programs and lessons. There is also a ski shop and ski and snowboard rentals. Try skinning, also known as cross-country skiing or alpine touring, if you want to try something a little different.
2275 County Road 24, Swain, NY 14884

Greater-Niagara Region

Buffalo Ski Center
Three ski areas come together at the Buffalo Ski Center, including the Sitzmarker Ski Club, Ski Tamarack, and Buffalo Ski Club, all encompassing 43 trails ranging in terrain from expert to beginner. You can sign up for ski and snowboard group lessons or try private lessons. They also have a variety of member programs, including adaptive skiing, the Adventure Program for ages 3-6, freestyle, and a racing program. 
Tamarack Area (#1) – 7414 State Rd (Rt 240), Colden, NY 14033
Sitzmarker Area (#2) – 7595 Lower East Hill Road, Colden, NY 14033
Buffalo Area (#3) – 7707 Lower East Hill Road, Colden, NY 14033

Kissing Bridge 
There are a total of 39 slopes across 700+ acres, terrains for every skill level, and 9 lifts that bring you to hillside trails and several terrain parks at Kissing Bridge. They also offer private and group lessons, rentals, and après-ski locations where you can shop and dine. Look out for their events that include Race Nights, Snowshoe Tours, Slalom Races, and live bands.
10296 State Road, Glenwood, NY 14069

Chautauqua-Allegheny Region

Holiday Valley Resort
Labeled as the #4 ski resort in the East, this is the place to bring your family to ski, snowboard, snow tube, and take lessons. Try snowshoeing and cross-country skiing for variety. There are also dining options, a spa, and shops nearby. The fun doesn’t have to end—spend the night or weekend at The Inn at Holiday Valley (on the ski slopes), the Tamarack Club (with easy access to the main base area), or stay in a rental nearby.
6557 Holiday Valley Rd, Ellicottville, NY 14731

Peek n’ Peak Resort and Spa 
Ski or snowboard on 27 illuminated ski slopes and trails, stop in the terrain parks (available for every skill level), or snow tube during the day or at night with the Lunar Lights Tubing. Dine, visit the spa, hit the play zone, or spend the night so the fun can continue.
1405 Olde Road, Clymer, NY 14724