Looking to hit the ski slopes in Pennsylvania 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.

Alpine Mountain
717-595-2150
www.alpinemountain.com

Bear Creek
610-682-7100
www.skibearcreek.com

Big Boulder
570-722-0100
www.big2resorts.com

Blue Knob
814-239-5111
www.blueknob.com

Blue Marsh
215-488-7412
Blue Mountain
610-826-7700
www.skibluemt.com

Boyce Park
617-733-4656

Camelback
570-629-1661
www.skicamelback.com

Crystal Lake
717-584-2698

Eagle Rock
717-384-3223

Elk Mountain
570-679-4400
www.elkskier.com

Fernwood
717-588-6661

Hidden Valley
814-443-2600
www.hiddenvalleyresort.com


Jack Frost
570-443-8425
www.big2resorts.com

Kah Kout Mountain
717-588-9309

Montage
570-969-7669
www.skimontage.com

Mount Tone
717-798-2707

Mountainview Ski Area
814-734-1641

Mystic Mountain
412-329-6979

Nemacolin Woodlands Resort & Spa
724-329-6001

Pocono
717-828-2326

Seven Springs Mountain Resort
814-352-7777
www.7springs.com

Shawnee Mountain Ski Area
570-421-7231
www.shawneemt.com

Ski Big Bear at Masthope Mountain
507-685-1400

Ski Denton
814-435-2115
www.skidenton.com

Ski Liberty
www.skiliberty.com

Ski Roundtop
717-432-9632
www.skiroundtop.com

Ski Sawmill
717-533-7542
www.skisawmill.com

Ski Snowpeak
717-535-5143

Split Rock
717-722-9111

Spring Mountain
215-287-7900
www.springmountain-fun.com

Tanglwood
717-226-9500
www.tanglewood.com

Tussey Mountain
814-446-6810
www.tusseymountain.com

Whitetail
717-328-9400
www.skiwhitetail.com

Willowbrook
412-872-7272.

Source: www.highaltitude2u.com