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SNOWBOARDING

Snowboarding at Appalachian Ski Mtn. offers a smooth, fun, and confidence-building experience thanks to the mountain’s exceptional grooming, reliable snowmaking, and layout that keeps everything close, accessible, and beginner-friendly. What truly stands out for snowboarders is the resort’s pair of highly regarded terrain parks—some of the best in the Southeast—featuring consistently maintained jumps, rails, and creative features that appeal to both new riders and seasoned park enthusiasts. With bright, extensive nighttime lighting that keeps the slopes open after dark and its easy access from Boone and Blowing Rock, Appalachian Ski Mtn. creates a relaxed but exciting environment perfect for progression, laps with friends, and all-day riding. Add in the warm lodge vibes and friendly atmosphere, and the resort becomes a favorite High Country spot for snowboarders seeking a dependable, enjoyable winter session.

Appalachian Ski Mtn terrain park Boone NC
Overhead view of ski resort in Blowing Rock, NC.
Snow skiing at Appalachian Ski Mtn in Blowing Rock NC
Ski rentals at Appalachian Ski Mtn near West Jefferson NC

HILL STATS

4000 ft

PEAK ELEVATION

3635 FT

BASE ELEVATION

365 FT

VERTICAL DROP

6

NUMBER OF SLOPES

9

NUMBER OF LIFTS

4

TERRAIN PARKS

Snowskiing and snow boarding trail difficulty sign for beginner.

BEGINNER

3 SLOPES

Snowskiing and snow boarding trail difficulty sign for intermediate.

INTERMEDIATE

3 SLOPES

Snowskiing and snow boarding trail difficulty sign for expert.

EXPERT

3 SLOPES

Snowskiing and snow boarding trail difficulty sign for terrain park.

TERRAIN PARK

4 SLOPES

SEASON

NOVEMBER 29 – SEASON BEGINS

MARCH 15 – SEASON ENDS

SLOPE HOURS

NON-HOLIDAY SUN-THUR
9AM - 10PM
FRI-SAT & HOLIDAYS
9AM - MIDNIGHT
1ST SUNDAY NIGHTS
9AM - 11PM
THANKSGIVING DAY
9AM - 5PM
CHRISTMAS EVE
9AM - 5PM
CHRISTMAS DAY
1PM - 10PM

HOLIDAY DATES

Nov. 27-30 Dec. 19-Jan. 1, Jan. 17 & 18; Feb. 14-16

1ST SUNDAY DATES

Dec 7, Jan 4, Feb 1, Mar 1

LIFT TICKETS

The resort encourages you to purchase tickets before going to resort online but you can purchase at the ticket window the day of but there is a $2 surcharge on all ticket prices if you do so, including discounted rates.

Its IMPORTANT to note that the resort is cashless, they do not accept cash. They do have reverse ATM’s onsite where you can convert cash into cards. 

8 HOUR FLEX TICKET

Use up to 8 consecutive hours starting between 9am and 5pm

2025-2026 SEASON
SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS
HOLIDAYS
WEEKDAYS
ADULT
$81
$83
$54
JR/SR
$60
$62
$43
STUDENT
$81
$83
$43
  • 8 Hour Flex/Super Session Holiday Rates: Nov 27-30, Dec. 19 to Jan. 1, Jan. 17 & 18 and Feb. 14-16
  • No Student rates on holidays or Jan. 20. Student class schedule and ID required on-site.
  • Juniors are age 6-12. Children age 5 and under receive free slope access with a ticketed adult. $2 RFID Card purchase required. Proof of age required (Image of Birth Certificate) and child must be presented in-person at Guest Services Window.
  • Seniors are age 60+. Proof of age required.

SUPER SESSION TICKET

9am – 10pm or Midnight

2025-2026 SEASON
SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS
HOLIDAYS
WEEKDAYS
ADULT
$89
$90
$63
JR/SR
$68
$69
$48
STUDENT
$89
$90
$53
  • 8 Hour Flex/Super Session Holiday Rates: Nov 27-30, Dec. 19 to Jan. 1, Jan. 17 & 18 and Feb. 14-16
  • No Student rates on holidays or Jan. 20. Student class schedule and ID required on-site.
  • Juniors are age 6-12. Children age 5 and under receive free slope access with a ticketed adult. $2 RFID Card purchase required. Proof of age required (Image of Birth Certificate) and child must be presented in-person at Guest Services Window.
  • Seniors are age 60+. Proof of age required.

NIGHT SESSION TICKET

5pm – 10pm

2025-2026 SEASON
FRI NIGHT & SAT NIGHT
HOLIDAYS
WEEKDAYS
ADULT
$48
$49
$38
JR/SR
$39
$40
$31
STUDENT
$44
$49
$31
  • Night (5pm-10pm) Holiday Rates: Nov 30, Dec 21, 22, 23, 25, Feb 16
  • No Student rates on holidays or Jan. 20. Student class schedule and ID required on-site.
  • Juniors are age 6-12. Children age 5 and under receive free slope access with a ticketed adult. $2 RFID Card purchase required. Proof of age required (Image of Birth Certificate) and child must be presented in-person at Guest Services Window.
  • Seniors are age 60+. Proof of age required.

MIDNIGHT BLAST TICKET

5pm – MIDNIGHT

2025-2026 SEASON
FRI NIGHT & SAT NIGHT
HOLIDAYS
ADULT
$48
$49
JR/SR
$39
$40
STUDENT
$44
$49
  • Midnight Blast Holiday Rates: Nov 28, 29, Dec 19, 20, 26-31*, Jan 16, 17, Feb 14, 15
    *(Slopes close for Fireworks Show at 11:30 pm on 12-31)
  • No Student rates on holidays or Jan. 20. Student class schedule and ID required on-site.
  • Juniors are age 6-12. Children age 5 and under receive free slope access with a ticketed adult. $2 RFID Card purchase required. Proof of age required (Image of Birth Certificate) and child must be presented in-person at Guest Services Window.
  • Seniors are age 60+. Proof of age required.

HALF NIGHT SESSIONS TICKET

8:30pm – Midnight (only offered on Midnight Blast Nights)

2025-2026 SEASON
FRI NIGHT & SAT NIGHT
HOLIDAYS
ADULT
$38
$39
JR/SR
$32
$33
STUDENT
$35
$39
  • Midnight Blast Holiday Rates: Nov 28, 29, Dec 19, 20, 26-31*, Jan 16, 17, Feb 14, 15
    *(Slopes close for Fireworks Show at 11:30 pm on 12-31)
  • No Student rates on holidays or Jan. 20. Student class schedule and ID required on-site.
  • Juniors are age 6-12. Children age 5 and under receive free slope access with a ticketed adult. $2 RFID Card purchase required. Proof of age required (Image of Birth Certificate) and child must be presented in-person at Guest Services Window.
  • Seniors are age 60+. Proof of age required.

MULTI-DAY TICKET

Good from Open to Close! All Multi-day tickets must be used on consecutive days.

2025-2026 SEASON
TWO DAYS
THREE DAYS
FOUR DAYS
FIVE DAYS (FREE WITH 4 DAY TICKET PURCHASE)
ADULT
$102 - $158
$153 - $237
$205 - $316
FREE
JR/SR
$80 - $118
$120 - $177
$160 - $236
FREE

DISCOUNTED RATES

  • SPECIAL MILITARY DISCOUNT! $5 off adult ski tickets. Applies to active soldier, spouse, and dependent children. Each family member must present military ID.
  • SNOW DAY REATES! Resort has a very comprehensive Snow Day discount program. Visit Ski Tickets – Appalachian Ski Mtn. and scroll to bottom of page to see Snow Day discount program. 

RENTAL EQUIPMENT & CLOTHING

Rental equipment is available with prices ranging from $19 – $44 depending upon date and your status (adult, senior, child, student).

Rental clothing is available with prices ranging from $10 – $34 depending upon clothing needed and how many days you need it.

THINGS TO KNOW

  • Its IMPORTANT to note that the resort is cashless, they do not accept cash. They do have reverse ATM’s onsite where you can convert cash into cards. 
  • Appalachian Ski Mtn utilizes RFID Tickets providing guests with a more streamlined and convenient skiing and riding experience. These RFID cards can be reused and additional days of skiing can be loaded on to these from our online purchase platform at any time. Treat your RFID card as you would cash. If you lose your RFID card after its initial scan, you must purchase another ticket to continue riding. 

  • Receive an App Ski Mtn. rebate credit (good toward the purchase of ski tickets & rental equipment at a future date) when you return to the Special Services Window (beside the front lower level airlock) within four hours of RFID ticket scan of a full price 8 hour Flex Ticket or Super Ticket. $10 rebate if you simply had an 8 Hour Flex Ticket, $14 if you had a ski rental with it, or $148 if you had a snowboard rental with it. 
Chataloochee Ski Area slope map.

BOOK YOUR EXPERIENCE

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OTHER AMENITIES AVAILABLE AT THIS LOCATION

NURSERY AVAILABLE

The resort has a nursery for ages 1-4 onsite.

LOCKERS AVAILABLE

The resort has lockers inside and out. Inside lockers you purchase and outside lockers you use coins for.

RV & MOTORHOME HOOKUPS

The resort has hook-ups for 6 RV's or Motorhomes in the parking lot.

BANQUETS AND WEDDINGS

The resort is available to host your party, banquet, wedding, etc.

SLOPESIDE LODGING

The resort has homes available for rent on the mountain.

INSTRUCTION

The resort has numerous ski, snoboard, and even ice skating instruction options.

SKI PATROL

The resort has onside Ski Patrol to aid in any emergency.

ONSITE DINING

The resort has onsite dining inside the lodge.

ONSITE STORE

The resort has onsite store selling just about everything you could need.

VISIT LOCATION PAGE

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OTHER ACTIVITIES AT THIS LOCATION

Snow Skiing Appalachian Ski Mtn NC

Snow skiing at Appalachian Ski Mtn. delivers smooth trails, dependable snowmaking, and an inviting atmosphere ideal for all skill levels. Its nighttime skiing, careful grooming, and classic mountain charm make it one of the best ski experiences in the High Country.

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Ice skating at Appalachian Ski Mtn. combines smooth ice, classic winter charm, and a friendly atmosphere just outside Boone and Blowing Rock. It’s a delightful, accessible activity perfect for families, couples, and anyone looking to enjoy the season.

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