SNOW TUBING
Highlands Outpost in Scaly Mountain, NC, offers an exciting snow tubing experience perfect for winter adventure seekers of all ages.
With well-groomed lanes covered in natural and man-made snow, visitors can enjoy thrilling, high-speed descents down the tubing hill while taking in the scenic mountain views. Unlike traditional skiing or snowboarding, snow tubing requires no special skills, making it a fun and accessible activity for families and groups.
SEASON
NOVEMBER 1, 2025 – SEASON BEGINS
MARCH 29 2026 – SEASON ENDS
SLOPE HOURS
Holidays: November 26, December 19 – January 2, January 18 & 19, February 13 – 16.
Closed: December 25
SNOW TUBING TICKETS
Tickets can be purchased online.
- Rates are for people 42 inches or taller AND 4-years-old or older.
- Holidays: November 26, December 19 – January 2, January 18 & 19, February 13 – 16.
- Kids Snow Play is for children 5 years and younger.
DISCOUNTED RATES
- GROUP: Group rates are available for groups of 20 or more.
- LOCALS: Fridays are half-off for locals with a valid ID for tubing and the coaster.
THINGS TO KNOW
- You must be 4 years or older and at least 42″ tall to snow tube.
- You must fill out a waiver before tubing. The waivers can be downloaded and filled out from their website.
BOOK YOUR EXPERIENCE
Click the link to visit the official website.
AMENITIES AVAILABLE AT THIS LOCATION
ON-SITE CONCESSIONS
Light concessions and drinks are avaialable inside the main building.
RETAIL STORE
There is a retail store on-site that offers keepsake items, concessions, and more.
VISIT LOCATION PAGE
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