Looking to hit the ski slopes in New York State this winter?

When it comes to snow, there’s more to do with it than just making snowangels. Skiing – downhill or crosscountry – along with snowboarding are two great winter activities everyone (even a klutz) can enjoy. We’ve gathered a list of resorts near you perfect for winter fun; here are some tips to get the most out of them.

Review the stats: Besides snow conditions, you’ll want to know how many trails are available for your level of expertise, and whether lessons are offered. Families will also want to check and see if the resort is suitable for kids. And snowboarders will want to find out if they’re welcome on the hill.

Beginners should look for a mountain that has a dedicated area for newbies; the last thing you need are experts whizzing past you as you put a deathgrip on the poles. For the experienced skier, you’ll want some challenging advanced terrain to keep the day interesting.

Purchase lift tickets online: Most places let you do this, and often offer a discount.

Get a package: No matter what level of skiier you are, a package is the way to go. Resorts may offer anything from a deal that includes all-day lift tickets and equipment to one with hotel rooms and private lessons.

Avoid the weekends: Ski mid-week (Tuesday –Thursday) and you’ll avoid the crowds; you may also get a break on the cost, too.

Beartown
518-561-3938
Belleayre Mountain
845-254-5600
www.belleayre.com

Bobcat
914-676-3143
http://www.bobcatski.com
Brantling Ski Slopes
315-331-2365
www.brantling.com

Bristol Mountain
716-374-6000
www.bristolmountain.com

Cazenovia
315-655-8368

Cockaigne Ski Area
716-287-3223
www.cockaigne.com

Concord
914-794-4400
Cortina Valley
518-598-6500

Dry Hill Ski Area
315-782-8584
www.skidryhill.com

Four Seasons
315-637-9023
www.fourseasonsgolfandski.com

Frost Ridge
716-768-4883

Gore Mountain
518-251-2411
www.goremountain.com

Greek Peak
607-835-6111
www.greekpeak.net

Hickory
518-623-2825

Highmount
204-564-2000

HoliMont
716-699-2320
www.holimont.com

Holiday Mountain
914-796-3161
www.holidaymtn.com

Holiday Valley
716-699-2345
www.holidayvalley.com

Hunter Mountain
518-263-4223
www.huntermtn.com

Kissing Bridge
716-592-4963
http://www.kbski.com

Labrador Mountain
607-842-6204
www.labradormtn.com

Maple Ski Ridge
518-381-4700
www.mapleskiridge.com

McCauley Mountain
315-369-3225
www.skimccauley.com

Peek'n Peak
716-355-4141
www.pknpk.com

Shu-Maker Mountain
315-823-4470

Ski Plattekill
607-326-3500
www.plattekill.com

Snow Ridge
315-348-8456
www.snowridge.com

Song Mountain
315-696-5711
www.songmountain.com

Sterling Forest
914-351-2163
www.skisterlingforest.com

Swain Ski Center
607-545-6511
http://www.swain.com

Thunder Ridge
914-878-4100

Titus Mountain
518-483-3740
www.titusmountain.com

Toggenberg
315-683-5842
www.skitog.com

West Mountain
518-946-2223

Whiteface/Lake Placid
518-692-7337
www.whiteface.com

Willard Mountain
518-692-7337
www.willardmountain.com

Windham Mountain
518-734-4300
www.windhammountain.com

Woods Valley
315-827-4721

Source: www.highaltitude2u.com