Skiing and Snowsports

White Grass cross-country skiing elevates winter in Canaan Valley, West Virginia

Skiing and Snowsports Ted Fauster - December 17, 2025

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...

Snowshoe Mountain opens 2025–26 ski season with fresh snow, free lift tickets

Skiing and Snowsports David Sibray - December 5, 2025

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...

Three of four West Virginia alpine ski areas to open this week

Skiing and Snowsports David Sibray - December 2, 2025

GHENT, W.Va. – West Virginia is officially kicking off ski season as three of the state’s four mountain resorts...

Canaan Valley resort announces $6 million upgrade ahead of winter season

Skiing and Snowsports David Sibray - November 5, 2025

DAVIS, W.Va. — Officials at Canaan Valley Resort State Park in northern West Virginia say they're gearing up for...

Five reasons why your family should visit West Virginia this winter

Skiing and Snowsports Hinaa Noor - September 17, 2025

CANAAN VALLEY, W.Va. – During a time of year when snuggling under a blanket seems more reasonable than going...

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...

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...

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,...

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