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BEECH MOUNTAIN RESORT

SNOW SKIING, SNOWBOARDING, SNOW TUBING, MOUNTAIN BIKING, AND MORE IN BEECH MOUNTAIN, NC

Unique High-Elevation Setting

Perched at 5,506 feet, Beech Mountain is the highest town—and ski resort—east of the Rockies. That elevation delivers consistently cooler temperatures in summer (often 10–15 degrees cooler than surrounding areas) and a crisp, alpine ambiance you won’t find elsewhere in the Southeast. In winter, the high elevation helps sustain reliable snowfall and excellent conditions across 17 ski trails and terrain parks.

Year‑Round Multi‑Season Playground

Beech isn’t just a winter resort—it’s a four-season destination. In winter you’ll find skiing, terrain parks, snowboarding, tubing, ice skating, and even a free youth sledding hill. Summer brings scenic chairlift rides to the summit, lift-served downhill mountain biking, disc golf, outdoor yoga, live concerts, hiking, trout fishing, and seasonal festivals. The wide variety of offerings allows families and adventure seekers to craft their own mountain experience year-round.

Scenic Lift Rides & Summit Experiences

From late spring through fall, the resort offers scenic lift rides up to the summit. A round-trip ride gives visitors a relaxing ascent with stunning views of the surrounding Blue Ridge Mountains. At the top, the iconic 5506′ SkyBar serves as a mountaintop lounge—perfect for enjoying a drink, grabbing a bite, listening to live music, or taking part in the resort’s Mile High Yoga sessions, which combine fitness and mountain serenity.

Adventure & Community Vibe

Beech Mountain Resort delivers adventure with a laid-back mountain-town feel. Lift-accessed downhill biking includes beginner-friendly trails and expert lines, with gear rentals and lessons available on-site. Yoga, disc golf, and seasonal events create a social, welcoming atmosphere whether you’re chasing adrenaline or just relaxing in the fresh mountain air. With a charming alpine village featuring a taproom, brewery, food trucks, and live music, Beech Mountain is a place where outdoor adventure meets community warmth.

ACTIVITIES AT THIS LOCATION

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Snow Tubing Beech Mtn NC

The resort’s dedicated tubing hill features 6–8 lanes, each stretching a generous 700 feet and flanked by high-powered snowmaking guns to ensure consistently slick, fast surfaces.

Guy snowboarding tricks at Beech Mountain near Banner Elk, NC.

Snowboarding Beech Mtn NC

Situated at an altitude of 5,506 feet—the highest ski destination east of the Rockies—the resort offers crisp, stable temperatures that help preserve both natural snowfall and artificial snow thanks to 100% slope coverage.

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Frisbee Golf Beech Mtn NC

Beech Mountain Resort's 18-hole disc (frisbee) golf course offers a refreshing twist on the classic game by turning the ski slopes into a high-altitude playground.

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Snow Skiing Beech Mtn NC

Perched at 5,506 feet—the highest town and ski area east of the Rockies—the resort benefits from cooler temperatures and consistently solid snowfall.

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Chairlift Rides Beech Mtn NC

During the summer and fall, the resort runs scenic lift rides that carry guests up to 5,506 feet—the highest accessible summit east of the Rockies—for breathtaking panoramic views of the Blue Ridge Mountains

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Outdoor Yoga Beech Mtn NC

Outdoor yoga at Beech Mountain Resort offers more than just a workout; it's a full sensory experience perched at 5,506 feet atop the highest ski destination east of the Rockies.

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Mountain Biking Beech Mtn NC

What makes it unique is that its ski slopes—at 5,506 feet, the highest in the Eastern U.S.—become lift‐served bike trails every summer, offering an exhilarating descent without the grind of pedaling uphill.

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AMENITIES AVAILABLE AT THIS LOCATION

PET FRIENDLY

The resort allows leashed, well-behaved pets in certain areas.

MULTIPLE RESTAURANTS

The resort has multiple restaurants available year-round including one at the highest elevation of the mountain offering 360 degree views.

OUTDOOR LOUNGE

The resort offers a very nice outdoor space with fire pit for lounging and enjoying the views of the area.

VIP GUIDED EXPERIENCE

Get pickup service, private lounge, an expert guide, upgraded equipoment, and more with Beech Mountain's VIP service.

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 STORE

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

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