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Overview

Located in the Adirondacks, Gore Mountain is New York State’s largest ski and ride resort. Boasting a vertical drop of 2,537 feet and over 400 accessible acres, it spans four mountains, including Gore, Bear Mountain, Burnt Ridge Mountain and Little Gore Mountain.

Where Is Gore Mountain Ski Resort Located?

There is Amtrak rail service to Saratoga Springs. From there, it’s an hour drive to the ski resort. Albany airport is one and a half hours from Gore Mountain. The NYC SnowBus offers coach bus service from Manhattan and Brooklyn to the ski resort on Saturdays from December 29 to March 16.

Inside Scoop

There are five lodges with plenty of food options, retail and repair shops, and fireplaces. Childcare is available for children ages 6 months to 6 years at the Bear Cub Den Daycare. You can go snowtubing at nearby West Mountain. Besides winter sports, there are other activities throughout the year, including scenic skyrides and downhill mountain biking – which you get to do for free as part of your season pass. Other summer activities include hiking and ziplining.

Restaurants

Breakfast

  • Saddle Lodge offers breakfast sandwiches and bagels that you can grab before starting your day. 739 Peaceful Valley Road, North Creek, NY 12853

Lunch

  • Witherbee’s Carriage House Restaurant lets you eat in a turn-of-the-century, historic carriage house. 581 US Route 9, Schroon Lake, NY 12870

Dinner

  • Sticks & Stones Wood Fired Bistro & Bar specializes in hand-stretched, wood-fired pizzas and local crafts brews and wines. 739 U.S. 9, Schroon Lake, NY 12870

Après/Nightlife

  • For après-ski, head to the Log House Restaurant & Pub at Garnet Hill Lodge. This casual spot features great drinks and locally sourced ingredients. 39 Garnet Hill Road, North River, NY 12856

Plan Your Trip

Best Time for Snow

Average Snowfall

34"
21"
14"
7"
0.4"
7"
Nov
24"
Dec
27"
Jan
28"
Feb
26"
Mar
6"
Apr
Beginners Runs
13%
Intermediate Runs
45%
Advanced Runs
37%
Expert Runs
5%
Runs in Total
110
Longest Run
4.5 mi
Skiable Terrain
453 ac
Night Skiing
15 ac
Night Skiing
0.2 mi
Snow Making
350 ac
Snow Making
29.8 mi

Total Lifts: 14

Gondolas & Trams
1
High Speed Quads
2
Quad Chairs
4
Triple Chairs
3
Surface Lifts
4

Elevation

Base
998'
Summit
3600'
Vertical Drop
2537'

Important Dates

November 25, 20232023/11/25
Projected Opening
April 16, 20242024/04/16
Projected Closing
N.A.
Projected Days Open
146
Days Open Last Year
60
Years Open
150"
Average Snowfall
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