Our Mid-Atlantic state-by-state guide for the adventuresome who love skiing, snowboarding, tubing, and more!
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Wisp Ski Resort
Maryland’s one four-season ski, golf, and recreation resort spreads across 172 acres in scenic Garrett County right next to Deep Creek Lake. Wisp provides lodging, dining, and shopping along with an array of winter fun activities. Contact: 296 Marsh Hill Road, McHenry; 301-859-3159; wispresort.com; three hours from D.C. Runs: 34 total; 35% beginner, 38% intermediate, 27% expert Lifts: 12 Vertical drop: 700 feet Longest run: 1.5 miles Features: Night skiing, 3 terrain parks, snow tubing, mountain coaster, cross country skiing, snowshoeing, ice skating
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Bryce Resort
Bryce Resort is a family-friendly, year-round getaway in northern Virginia for golfing, mountain biking, zip-lining, and more besides award-winning winter sports. Contact: 1982 Fairway Drive, Basye; 540-856-2121; bryceresort.com; 2 hours from D.C. Runs: 8 total; 38% beginner, 50% intermediate, 13% advanced Lifts: 7 Vertical drop: 500 feet Longest run: 0.4 miles Features: Night skiing, snowboarding, snow tubing, ski racing
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Massanutten Resort
Set in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley and with 6,000 acres, Massanutten is an award-winning luxury and family resort including spa amenities as well as a waterpark. Contact: 1822 Resort Drive, McGaheysville; 540-289-5441; massresort.com; 2 hours from D.C. Runs: 14 total; 31% beginner, 46% intermediate, 23% advanced Lifts: 8 Vertical drop: 1,110 feet Longest run: 0.8 miles Features: Night skiing, 2 terrain parks, snow tubing, ice skating, team sports & racing
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The Homestead Ski Area
7696 Sam Snead Hwy, Virginia 24445This ski area is right by the historic Omni Homestead Resort in the Allegheny Mountains and a great place for beginners to practice and learn. Contact: Hot Springs; 540-839-7721; 4 hours from D.C. Runs: 9 total; 33% beginner, 56% intermediate, 11% expert Lifts: 2 Vertical drop: 700 feet Longest run: 1 mile Features: Night skiing, snowboarding, snow tubing, ice skating, snowmobiling, zip line
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Wintergreen Resort
11,000 acres of the eastern Blue Ridge Mountains belong to this four-season resort loaded with nature and family-friendly activities. Contact: Route 664 Wintergreen; 434-325-2200; wintergreenresort.com; 3 hours from D.C. Runs: 23 total; 23% beginner, 35% intermediate, 42% advanced Lifts: 5 Vertical drop: 1003 feet Longest run: 1 mile Features: Night skiing, 2 terrain parks, NASTAR & racing, snow tubing, ice skating, Ridgely’s Fun Park
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Canaan Valley Resort
Canaan Valley is a West Virginia State Park equipped with a fitness center, on-site restaurants, and great views located only a few hours’ drive from both Pittsburgh, PA and D.C. Contact: 230 Main Lodge Road, Davis; 304-866-4121; canaanresort.com; 3 hours from D.C. Runs: 47 total; 19% beginner, 36% intermediate, 43% advanced, 2% expert Lifts: 4 Vertical drop: 850 feet Longest run: 1.2 miles Features: 1 Terrain park, cross-country skiing, ice skating, snow shoeing, snow tubing, air boarding
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Snowshoe Ski Resort
Largest mid-Atlantic winter resort for beginner and expert skiers alike in Pocahontas County with easy access to the Mountain Village and other amenities/attractions. Contact: 10 Snowshoe Drive, Snowshoe; 877-441-4386; snowshoemtn.com; 4.5 hours from D.C. Runs: 60 total; 34% beginner, 36% intermediate, 28% advanced, 2% expert Lifts: 14 Vertical drop: 1500 feet Longest run: 1.5 miles Features: Night skiing, 5 terrain parks, snowboarding, cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, snow tube park, escape room
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Timberline Four Seasons Resort
Best known for its winter facilities, Timberline offers great service and beginner-friendly slopes. Contact: 254 Four Seasons Drive, Davis; 304-866-4801; timberlineresort.com; 3 hours from D.C. Runs: 40 total; 41% beginner, 23% intermediate, 18% advanced, 18% expert Lifts: 4 Vertical drop: 1000 feet Longest run: 2 miles Features: NASTAR & racing, kid’s programs
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Bear Creek Mountain Resort & Conference Center
Bear Creek is a year-round luxury resort that’s got everyone covered with activities for all ages, from winter sports to wine-tasting. Contact: 101 Doe Mountain Lane, Macungie; 866-754-2822; bcmr.com; 3 hours from Baltimore Runs: 23 total; difficulty: 30% beginner, 40% intermediate, 30% advanced Lifts: 6 Vertical drop: 510 feet Longest run: 1 mile Features: Skiing, snowboarding, snow tubing, 3 terrain parks, NASTAR racing
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Blue Knob All Seasons Resort
Only a few hours west of Pittsburgh and on the highest skiable peak in Pennsylvania, Blue Knob offers winter sports and skiing for all levels, plus the amenities of the Alpine Village; mountain biking, golfing, and hiking are popular activities in the summer. Contact: 1424 Overland Pass, Claysburg; 814-239-5111; blueknob.com; 3.25 hours from Baltimore Runs: 34 total; 20% beginner, 35% intermediate; 35% advanced; 10% expert Lifts: 5 Vertical drop: 1072 feet Longest run: 2 miles Features: Night skiing, 1 terrain park, snowboarding, snow tubing, NASTAR, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing
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