My annual Lift Rate Roundup is back with all the info on mountain resorts in the tristate area. Here’s to the the non-season passers; the forgetful, the lazy and the last-minute (aka me), or the beginners that aren’t quite sure they love it (you will).
Below is an outline of ski areas in Pennsylvania, Maryland and West Virginia, along with New York for good measure. I simplified it this year with all prices reflecting adult rates. Because we’re all adults here, right?
*I guesstimated what was considered tristate so message me if I am missing one of your favorites.
MOUNTAIN RATES
| Ski Resorts PENNSYLVANIA |
Slopes | Weekend Lift Rate |
Weekday Lift Rate |
Late-Term Season Pass |
| Seven Springs | 33 | $83 | $64 | $649 |
| Hidden Valley | 26 | $65 | $41-47 | $555 |
| Laurel Mountain | 13 | $53 | $38 | $555 |
| Highlands Pass Above 3 Collective |
72 | (n/a) | (n/a) | $695 |
| Blue Knob | 33 | $62 | $38 | $550 |
| Liberty Mountain | 22 | $76 | $70 | $569 |
| Whitetail | 23 | $79 | $71 | $569 |
| Mystic Mountain | 7 | $43 | Closed M-W | $199 |
| Boyce Park | 5 | $22 | $16 | $250 |
| MARYLAND | ||||
| Wisp | 34 | $79 | $59 | $599 |
| WEST VIRGINIA | ||||
| Snowshoe | 57 | $99 | $70 | $479 |
| Timberline | 41 | $74 | $54 | $476 |
| Canaan Valley | 47 | $73 | $55 | $550 |
| NEW YORK for good measure |
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| Peek n Peak | 27 | $59 | $49 | $449 |
| Holiday Valley | 50 | $75 | $52 | $760 |
Notes
- If you live nearby: Snowshoe is your best deal considering pricing and terrain.
2. If you’re going to purchase a pass late: Absolutely buy a Highlands Pass in lieu of any individual season pass this late in the game.
3. Make note of the Regional Resort Swap Program: If you have an Unlimited Season Pass to…
- Seven Springs
- Hidden Valley
- Laurel Mountain
- Wisp Resort
You are eligible for 1 complimentary pass and 50% off any full-priced pass after that, excluding Saturdays and holiday periods. *It looks like Snowshoe is out for 2018, with the Aspen Skiing / KSL Resorts purchase of Intrawest this year.
So there you have it! No excuses even if a season pass is not in sight. You have all the information you need to get out there and burn a hole in your pocket – all for the love of snow!
Christina Skis 