Best Ski Resorts Within a Day Trip Range of New York City

Just because you live in the concrete jungle doesn't mean you can't enjoy a day of skiing or snowboarding. These ski resorts are within driving distance of the Big Apple, making them perfect for a day trip.

1. Mountain Creek, Vernon, NJ

  • Distance: 45 miles from New York City
  • Terrain: 48 trails over 167 acres
  • Vertical drop: 1,040 feet
  • Amenities: 12 lifts, snowmaking, terrain parks, restaurants, and bars

2. Windham Mountain, Windham, NY

  • Distance: 125 miles from New York City
  • Terrain: 54 trails over 285 acres
  • Vertical drop: 1,600 feet
  • Amenities: 11 lifts, snowmaking, terrain parks, restaurants, and bars

3. Hunter Mountain, Hunter, NY

  • Distance: 120 miles from New York City
  • Terrain: 67 trails over 320 acres
  • Vertical drop: 1,600 feet
  • Amenities: 11 lifts, snowmaking, terrain parks, restaurants, and bars

4. Belleayre Mountain, Highmount, NY

  • Distance: 120 miles from New York City
  • Terrain: 50 trails over 140 acres
  • Vertical drop: 1,445 feet
  • Amenities: 9 lifts, snowmaking, terrain parks, restaurants, and bars

5. Mount Snow, West Dover, VT

  • Distance: 180 miles from New York City
  • Terrain: 81 trails over 600 acres
  • Vertical drop: 1,700 feet
  • Amenities: 18 lifts, snowmaking, terrain parks, restaurants, and bars
  • Which resort has the most challenging terrain? Hunter Mountain
  • Which resort is best for beginners? Mountain Creek
  • Which resort has the most amenities? Mount Snow
  • Which resort is the closest to New York City? Mountain Creek
  • Which resort has the longest vertical drop? Mount Snow
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