Skiing and Snowsports

CORTLAND, W.Va. — Cross-country skiing is enjoying quite a renaissance. As snow-loving retirees, energetic youths, outdoor enthusiasts, and adventurous families search for quieter ways to explore winter landscapes, more people are looking beyond traditional downhill ski resorts. Cross-country skiing offers exercise without crowds, immersion in nature without noise, and winter activities that align with a … Read more

SNOWSHOE, W.Va. — Snowshoe Mountain, the largest ski resort in the Mid-Atlantic, opened the 2025–26 winter season Friday with a fresh burst of natural snow and strong early turnout. Resort officials reported four to five inches of overnight snowfall, providing skiers and snowboarders with unusually high-quality conditions for opening day, according to Patti Duncan, president … Read more

GHENT, W.Va. – West Virginia is officially kicking off ski season as three of the state’s four mountain resorts prepare to welcome visitors this week. Timberline Mountain opens on December 4, Snowshoe Mountain opens on December 5, and Winterplace Ski Resort opens on December 6. Canaan Valley will open on December 24, possibly as early … Read more

DAVIS, W.Va. — Officials at Canaan Valley Resort State Park in northern West Virginia say they’re gearing up for an exciting ski season with a slate of major upgrades designed to elevate the guest experience at one of West Virginia’s premier cold-weather destinations. Supported by a $6 million investment from the W.Va. Division of Natural … Read more

CANAAN VALLEY, W.Va. – During a time of year when snuggling under a blanket seems more reasonable than going outside, West Virginia offers a range of winter activities that promise to turn the cold into memorable experiences. From winter sports to charming towns to scenic train rides, there are at least five good reasons for … Read more

SLATYFORK, W.Va. — Construction is nearing completion on top of Snowshoe Mountain in eastern West Virginia, where a new ski lodge is replacing its long-standing and familiar Shavers Center, which served guests for nearly five decades. Designed to offer a more spacious and comfortable experience, the new ski services facility will feature an open interior … Read more

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — West Virginia ski resorts are experiencing one of their best seasons in over a decade, with exceptional conditions expected for President’s Day weekend (Feb. 15-17), according to state officials. Tom Wagner, president of the West Virginia Ski Areas Association, said an additional 8 to 10 inches of snowfall is forecasted over the … Read more

SLATYFORK, W.Va. — Snowshoe Mountain ski resort in West Virginia will open for its 50th anniversary on Nov. 27, weather permitting. The announcement follows the region’s first snowfall, which descended on the mountain, one of the highest peaks in the Allegheny Mountains, in mid-October. Resort spokesman Shawn Cassell said planning for ski season, a year-round … Read more

SLATYFORK, W.Va. — Snowshoe Mountain in the Allegheny Mountains of eastern West Virginia has been ranked among the most affordable ski resorts in the U.S. by The Discoverer. In addition to its affordability, according to travel writer Aimee Long, the resort boasts a stunning drop, spectacular scenery, and many challenging trails. “While West Virginia isn’t … Read more

SNOWSHOE, W.Va. — In advance of a strong El Niño, officials at Snowshoe Mountain have announced plans to open skiing and snowboarding on the day before Thanksgiving, weather permitting, featuring a new chairlift and an action-packed 2023-2024 events calendar. Snowshoe president Patti Duncan says crews are installing a new chair lift in advance of the … Read more