NEWSLETTERMar 06, 2026
Lake Placid, N.Y. (March 6, 2026) – The New York State Olympic Regional Development Authority (Olympic Authority) announces that 2026/27 season passes for all three New York State ski mountains are now on sale. This includes the SKI3 Season Pass, which provides access to Gore Mountain, Belleayre Mountain, and Whiteface Mountain, offering an unmatched skiing and riding experience across three premier alpine destinations.
Feb 25, 2026
February 23–24
Canandaigua, NY – Bristol Mountain proudly hosted the New York State Skiing Championship on February 23 and 24, welcoming top high school Alpine and Nordic athletes from across the state for two days of elite competition on its nationally recognized slopes.
Feb 25, 2026
Canandaigua, N.Y. — Bristol Mountain hosted the United States Collegiate Ski & Snowboard Association (USCSA) Mideast Regional Alpine Ski Competition on February 21–22. The two-day event featured top collegiate alpine skiers from across the region competing in slalom and giant slalom disciplines.
Jan 05, 2026
Orange County, N.Y. (Jan. 5, 2026) — Just one hour north of New York City, Orange County, N.Y., settles into a fresh state of mind each winter, offering a wide mix of outdoor adventures and cozy escapes. From downhill skiing and snow tubing to ice skating, snowshoeing and winter hiking, the county’s open landscapes and historic trails shine in the quieter months, when snow-dusted views stretch farther and the pace naturally slows.
Jan 05, 2026
Friendship Fridays at West Mountain – Buy 1 Lift Ticket, Get 1 Free!
Brought to you by your local Stewart’s Shops
Queensbury, NY – West Mountain has opened for the Winter 25-26 ski season, and returning this year, West Mountain and Stewart’s Shops are teaming together again on “Friendship Fridays”. Starting January 9, 2026, and running through February 27, 2026, West Mountain and Stewart’s Shops are running “Bring A Friend Fridays” – Buy 1 Lift Ticket, Get 1 Free! Valid on select Fridays only.
Beloved Warwick ski area welcomes winter fun beginning Saturday, December 6, 2025
Warwick, N.Y. (December 05, 2025) - Mount Peter, proudly known as New York’s Family Mountain, is officially open for the 2025–2026 winter season, a season that marks an extraordinary milestone: the mountain’s 90th anniversary.
For nine decades, families, friends, and snow lovers have created unforgettable memories on Mount Peter’s slopes. From beginner lessons to thrilling runs, festive tubing outings to warm gatherings at Pete’s Pub, Mount Peter remains a cherished tradition just a short drive away in the heart of the Hudson Valley.
Dec 05, 2025
Canandaigua, New York (December 5, 2025) - We are thrilled to announce the opening of the 2025-26 winter season at Bristol Mountain, starting tomorrow, Saturday, December 6th! With the Comet Express Chairlift ready to whisk you up the slopes, we invite all advanced skiers to enjoy the thrill of three exhilarating trails: Ursa Major, Upper Rocket, and Lower Rocket. Our opening day will run from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, offering a full day of adventure and excitement.
Epic Passes on Sale Through December 4 – Lock in the Best Value in Skiing and Riding
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Hunter, NY (Thursday, Nov. 20) - Hunter Mountain opens Saturday, November 22 at 9:00 a.m., for the 2025/26 winter season! We are excited to welcome skiers and riders back to the Catskills with top-to-bottom skiing and riding from the summit. The day kicks off with breakfast taquitos, a live DJ on Danny’s Way, giveaways, and a banner break at 9:00 a.m. on the Kaatskill Flyer.
Whiteface, Gore and Mt Van Hoevenberg Open to Season Pass Holders, Belleayre Opens This Weekend — Each with Upgraded Facilities
Multi Resort Passes Make New York State Ski Mountains More Accessible Than Ever
New York Ski Areas Rank Among Top Ski Destinations in the Northeast
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the opening dates of the 2025–26 winter season for the New York State Olympic Regional Development Authority (Olympic Authority) ski areas. While New York boasts more ski areas than any other state in the country, the Olympic Authority’s flagship mountains — Whiteface, Gore, and Belleayre — play a central role in the state’s publicly supported outdoor recreation network.
Snowy Locale Shines as Winter Vacation Spot
WARWICK, N.Y. (May 13, 2025) – The family-friendly slopes of the Mount Peter ski area play a supporting role in the Steve Carrell-Tina Fey Netflix hit The Four Seasons. In the eight-episode dramedy-romance, Netflix’s No. 1 show with viewers as of May 12, 2025, three couples whose longstanding tradition of vacationing together is upended when one of the couples announces they are splitting. Based on the 1981 feature film starring Alan Alda and Carol Burnett, the show follows the friends on four vacations, one in each season.
