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A winter sports scene at Appalachian Ski Mountain in Blowing Rock North Carolina showcasing a ski resort with ski lift. Snow-covered slopes are dotted with skiers creating an energetic yet serene setting.
A winter sports scene at Appalachian Ski Mountain in Blowing Rock North Carolina showcasing a ski resort with ski lift. Snow-covered slopes are dotted with skiers creating an energetic yet serene setting.
Appalachian Ski Mountain in USA - a snow covered ski slope.
Appalachian Ski Mountain in USA: an aerial view of a ski resort in the winter.
Appalachian Ski Mountain in USA: snow on the roof of the building.
Winter sports scene at Appalachian Ski Mountain, North Carolina, featuring a ski resort with a busy ski lift, a chalet, and stunning snow-covered scenery.

Appalachian Ski Mountain Overview

Appalachian Ski Mountain, located in Blowing Rock, North Carolina, is a family-friendly ski resort known for its welcoming atmosphere and well-maintained slopes. Despite its smaller size compared to other ski resorts, it provides a diverse range of nine slopes, catering to all skill levels, from beginners to advanced skiers. It also boasts excellent snowmaking capabilities, ensuring optimal conditions throughout the season.

Visitors frequently commend the resort for its friendly and helpful staff. Despite occasional challenges with online orders and reservations, the team at Appalachian Ski Mountain is noted for their efficiency and eagerness to assist, ensuring that guests can quickly get on the slopes. The rental experience is smooth, and there is a strong staff presence to ensure guests enjoy their visit.

The ski school at the resort receives mixed reviews, with some guests finding it less valuable than expected. However, the resort is praised for offering a variety of ski areas, including an ice-skating area, and the nighttime skiing is particularly popular. The resort's layout is perfect for beginners, with several small hills that provide a safe and enjoyable learning environment.

The resort's convenient location, just a short drive from downtown Blowing Rock, and the on-site Alpine Ski Shop add to the overall positive experience. The lodge offers good food and a cozy atmosphere, making it a pleasant place to relax after a day on the slopes.

In conclusion, Appalachian Ski Mountain is highly recommended for its family-friendly environment, excellent facilities, and helpful staff. Whether you're a first-time skier or an experienced snowboarder, this resort promises a memorable skiing adventure.

Key insights

8 insights available

Skiable Terrain

27.0
Total area of accessible ski terrain
Max: 12366 ac

Night Skiing Area

27.0
Skiable terrain at night

Snow Making Coverage

27.0
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Terrain Difficulty

Beginner
13.0%
Intermediate
46.0%
Expert
41.0%
Measured independently from mapped ski runs — figures may differ from resort marketing. Terrain statistics are derived from OpenStreetMap data © OpenStreetMap contributors, via OpenSkiMap.

Features

2 features available

Traditional Ski Resort

A classic ski resort with real snow

Night Skiing

Enjoy after-dark skiing operations

Frequently asked questions about Appalachian Ski Mountain

Where is Appalachian Ski Mountain?

Appalachian Ski Mountain is a ski resort in Blowing Rock, North Carolina, United States, at coordinates 36.1700, -81.6600.

How many lifts does Appalachian Ski Mountain have?

Appalachian Ski Mountain has 6 lifts, serving 2 km of marked runs and 27 ac of skiable terrain.

How high is Appalachian Ski Mountain?

Appalachian Ski Mountain has a peak elevation of 1,192 m, a base elevation of 1,113 m and a vertical drop of 79 m.

How is Appalachian Ski Mountain rated?

ShredIndex rates Appalachian Ski Mountain 59.7 out of 100, based on catalogued resort data and 4 skier reviews.

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27 ac

Skiable Terrain

27 ac

Night Skiing Area

2km

Total Run Distance

6total

Number of Lifts

79m

Vertical Drop

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Best Time to Visit

41.2cm
Annual Snowfall
11 year average
Peak: January (18.5cm)
1.4cm
Nov
9.0cm
Dec
18.5cm
Jan
8.5cm
Feb
5.4cm
Mar
1.5cm
Apr
Snow Season (Nov-Dec-Jan-Feb-Mar-Apr)
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