Skiing and Snowsports

Snowshoe Mountain replacing iconic Shavers Center with modern lodge

Skiing and Snowsports Hinaa Noor - June 18, 2025

SLATYFORK, W.Va. — Construction is nearing completion on top of Snowshoe Mountain in eastern West Virginia, where a new ski lodge is replacing its...

West Virginia officials predict big President's Day skiing weekend

Skiing and Snowsports David Sibray - February 13, 2025

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...

Five reasons why your family should visit West Virginia this winter

Skiing and Snowsports Hinaa Noor - January 1, 2025

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – During a time of year when snuggling under a blanket on the couch seems more reasonable...

Snowshoe Mountain ski resort to open 50th season Nov. 27, 2024

Skiing and Snowsports David Sibray - October 16, 2024

SLATYFORK, W.Va. — Snowshoe Mountain ski resort in West Virginia will open for its 50th anniversary on Nov. 27,...

Snowshoe Mountain in W.Va. ranks among most affordable ski resorts

Skiing and Snowsports David Sibray - January 18, 2024

SLATYFORK, W.Va. — Snowshoe Mountain in the Allegheny Mountains of eastern West Virginia has been ranked among the most...

Snowshoe Mountain to open skiing, snowboarding by Thanksgiving

Skiing and Snowsports David Sibray - September 12, 2023

SNOWSHOE, W.Va. — In advance of a strong El Niño, officials at Snowshoe Mountain have announced plans to open...

Canaan Valley rated one of top U.S. ski, winter destinations

Skiing and Snowsports Rocky Casale - August 18, 2022

DAVIS, W.Va. — More than a few magazines in recent years have ranked the Canaan Valley in West Virginia...

Record conditions: Canaan to open slopes Dec. 13

Skiing and Snowsports David Sibray - December 2, 2019

Officials at Canaan Valley Resort in West Virginia will open its ski area's slopes under record conditions on December...

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