BEECH MOUNTAIN RESORT
SNOW SKIING, SNOWBOARDING, ICE SKATING, SNOW TUBING, MOUNTAIN BIKING, AND MORE IN BEECH MOUNTAIN, NC
Beech Mountain Ski Resort, located in Beech Mountain, NC, just outside of Boone and Banner Elk, is renowned for its incredible elevation and breathtaking views—the highest of any ski resort in North Carolina. This stunning mountain destination offers an extensive and diverse range of activities for all ages and interests. Winter brings prime conditions for snow skiing, snowboarding, and snow tubing, while the warmer months open up trails for mountain biking and serene spots for yoga. Visitors can enjoy a range of shopping and dining options, including a popular restaurant at the mountain’s peak, open year-round, providing guests with unparalleled views alongside a delicious meal. Beech Mountain Ski Resort also hosts a variety of exciting events throughout the year, ensuring there’s always something new and entertaining for every season.
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ACTIVITIES AT THIS LOCATION
Here are some of the outdoor activities available at this location.
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ACTIVITIES AVAILABLE AT THIS LOCATION
MOUNTAIN STATS
PEAK ELEVATION
5506FT
BASE ELEVATION
4675FT
VERTICAL RISE
830FT
SLOPES
17
LIFTS
9
TERRAIN PARKS
3
BEGINNER
GREEN CIRCLE
3 SLOPES
INTERMEDIATE
BLUE SQUARE
7 SLOPES
EXPERT
BLACK DIAMOND
4 SLOPES
TERRAIN
ORANGE RECTANGLE
3 TERRAIN PARKS
SEASON
NOVEMBER 29, 2024 - SEASON BEGINS
MARCH 22, 2025 - SEASON ENDS
SLOPE HOURS
Listed Holidays are Nov. 23-26., Dec. 18-Jan. 1, Jan. 13 & 14, Feb. 17-19
LODGE HOURS
STORE HOURS
SLOPE TICKETS
You must purchase tickets before going to resort either online or by phone.
4 Hour Flex Ticket
Use up to 4 consecutive hours on the day you purchase them for.
8 HOUR FLEX TICKET
Use up to 8 consecutive hours on the day you purchase them for.
12 HOUR FLEX TICKET
Use up to 12 consecutive hours on the day you purchase them for.
NIGHT TICKETS
5pm – CLOSE
RENTAL EQUIPMENT & CLOTHING
Rental equipment is available with prices ranging from $32 - $55 depending upon date and your status (adult, senior, child, student).
Rental clothing is available with prices ranging from $20 - $30 depending upon clothing needed and how many days you need it.
THINGS TO KNOW
- THERE IS A $2 FEE APPLIED TO TICKET PRICES PAY FOR RELOADABLE RFID CARD
- ONCE YOU RECEIVE A CARD THERE IS A $25 FEE FOR ANY REPLACEMENT CARDS IF LOST.
- YOU MUST BE 36" TALL TO LOAD ANY LIFT
- MULTI-DAY TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE
- GROUP RATES AND SEASON MEMBERSHIPS ARE AVAILABLE
- ALL PURCHASES ARE FINAL - NO REFUNDS
- NO OUTSIDE ALCOHOL IS PERMITTED - OUTSIDE FOOD IS PERMITTED IN CERTAIN AREAS
- LEASHED OR CRATED, WELL-BEHAVED PETS ARE ALLOWED IN OUTSIDE AREAS. THEY ARE NOT ALLOWED INDOORS OR AT ANY ACTIVITY AREA.
- DRONES ARE NOT ALLOWED WITH PERMISSION
DISCLAIMERS & CLARIFICATIONS
All sales are final. Tickets cannot be canceled, refunded, changed, or transferred. We do not guarantee snow, weather, or terrain conditions, and your card will be charged in full regardless of whether the tickets are used. Unused tickets cannot be applied to future purchases. A $25 fee applies for lost media replacements; however, you can reuse and reload your media card for future visits to avoid this fee.
Early season:
Opening Day (Friday, November 29, 2024) – Thursday, December 5, 2024
Late season:
Monday, March 10, 2025 – Closing Day (Saturday, March 22, 2025)
During Early and Late Season, weekday ticket pricing applies, and we will be open for day sessions only, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. This will also mark the end of any season specials and early operation hours for season passes.
The holiday period runs from Thursday, December 19, 2024, to Friday, January 3, 2025, with hours from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. On Christmas Eve, we will be open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and on Christmas Day, from 1 p.m. to 10 p.m. During this time, weekend pricing will be in effect, and season pass holders can enjoy early access starting at 8 a.m. each day.
MOUNTAIN STATS
PEAK ELEVATION
5506FT
BASE ELEVATION
4675FT
VERTICAL RISE
830FT
SLOPES
17
LIFTS
9
TERRAIN PARKS
3
BEGINNER
GREEN CIRCLE
3 SLOPES
INTERMEDIATE
BLUE SQUARE
7 SLOPES
EXPERT
BLACK DIAMOND
4 SLOPES
TERRAIN
ORANGE RECTANGLE
3 TERRAIN PARKS
SEASON
NOVEMBER 29, 2024 - SEASON BEGINS
MARCH 22, 2025 - SEASON ENDS
SLOPE HOURS
Listed Holidays are Nov. 23-26., Dec. 18-Jan. 1, Jan. 13 & 14, Feb. 17-19
LODGE HOURS
STORE HOURS
SLOPE TICKETS
You must purchase tickets before going to resort either online or by phone.
4 Hour Flex Ticket
Use up to 4 consecutive hours on the day you purchase them for.
8 HOUR FLEX TICKET
Use up to 8 consecutive hours on the day you purchase them for.
12 HOUR FLEX TICKET
Use up to 12 consecutive hours on the day you purchase them for.
NIGHT TICKETS
5pm – CLOSE
RENTAL EQUIPMENT & CLOTHING
Rental equipment is available with prices ranging from $29 - $46 depending upon date.
Rental clothing is available with prices ranging from $10 - $34 depending upon clothing needed and how many days you need it.
THINGS TO KNOW
- THERE IS A $2 FEE APPLIED TO TICKET PRICES PAY FOR RELOADABLE RFID CARD
- ONCE YOU RECEIVE A CARD THERE IS A $25 FEE FOR ANY REPLACEMENT CARDS IF LOST.
- YOU MUST BE 36" TALL TO LOAD ANY LIFT
- MULTI-DAY TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE
- GROUP RATES AND SEASON MEMBERSHIPS ARE AVAILABLE
- ALL PURCHASES ARE FINAL - NO REFUNDS
- NO OUTSIDE ALCOHOL IS PERMITTED - OUTSIDE FOOD IS PERMITTED IN CERTAIN AREAS
- LEASHED OR CRATED, WELL-BEHAVED PETS ARE ALLOWED IN OUTSIDE AREAS. THEY ARE NOT ALLOWED INDOORS OR AT ANY ACTIVITY AREA.
- DRONES ARE NOT ALLOWED WITHOUT WRITTEN PERMISSION
DISCLAIMERS & CLARIFICATIONS
All sales are final. Tickets cannot be canceled, refunded, changed, or transferred. We do not guarantee snow, weather, or terrain conditions, and your card will be charged in full regardless of whether the tickets are used. Unused tickets cannot be applied to future purchases. A $25 fee applies for lost media replacements; however, you can reuse and reload your media card for future visits to avoid this fee.
Early season:
Opening Day (Friday, November 29, 2024) – Thursday, December 5, 2024
Late season:
Monday, March 10, 2025 – Closing Day (Saturday, March 22, 2025)
During Early and Late Season, weekday ticket pricing applies, and we will be open for day sessions only, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. This will also mark the end of any season specials and early operation hours for season passes.
The holiday period runs from Thursday, December 19, 2024, to Friday, January 3, 2025, with hours from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. On Christmas Eve, we will be open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and on Christmas Day, from 1 p.m. to 10 p.m. During this time, weekend pricing will be in effect, and season pass holders can enjoy early access starting at 8 a.m. each day.
TUBING STATS
RUNS
10
LIFT TYPE
CONVEYOR
SEASON
NOVEMBER 30, 2024 - SEASON BEGINS
MARCH 22, 2025 - SEASON ENDS
SESSION TIMES
Sessions last for 1.5 hours and must be purchased online beforehand. Tickets are released to be available for purchase a month at a time (example: December tubing tickets go on sell in Nov, Jan tubing tickets go on sale in Dec, etc.).
EARLY & LATE SEASON SESSIONS
Saturday, November 30, 2024 – Thursday, December 5, 2024
Monday, March 10, 2025 – Saturday, March 22, 2025
REGULAR SEASON SESSIONS
Friday, December 6, 2024 – Wednesday, December 18, 2024
Saturday, January 4, 2025 – Sunday, March 9, 2025
HOLIDAY SEASON SESSIONS
Thursday, December 19, 2024 – Friday, January 3, 2025
TUBING TICKETS
You must purchase tickets before going to resort either online or by phone.
Tubing Ticket Release Schedule
- November 15: Tickets for December
- December 15: Tickets for January
- January 15: Tickets for February
- February 15: Tickets for March
All tubing tickets must be purchased online. Tickets are non-refundable, and changes cannot be made within 72 hours of your scheduled tubing date.
The first tubing day is scheduled for December 6, with the possibility of earlier availability if weather conditions allow. Tubing tickets are redeemable at any PUB in the Resort Village, and ticket booths are available as a backup. Please arrive early to park and redeem your tickets before your session.
Holiday Ticket Pricing is from Dec 19th 2024 - Jan 3rd, 2025
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COSMIC TUBING
Cosmic Snow Tubing won’t start until Friday, December 6, 2024. Slide under the stars with colorful lights and music during select evening sessions, offered 7 days a week. Enjoy two session times at 6 p.m. and 8 p.m., with each session lasting 1.5 hours.
RENTAL EQUIPMENT & CLOTHING
Rental clothing is available with prices ranging from $10 - $34 depending upon clothing needed and how many days you need it.
THINGS TO KNOW
- YOU MUST PRE-PURCHASE TICKETS BEFORE GOING TO THE RESORT ONLINE OR BY PHONE
- THERE IS A $2 FEE APPLIED TO EVERY PURCHASE FOR A RELOADABLE RFID CARD. REUSE YOUR RFID CARD TO AVOID THIS PURCHASE.
- PARTICIPANTS MUST BE 42" TALL - NO EXCEPTIONS
DISCLAIMERS & CLARIFICATIONS
All ticket purchases are final. Tubing tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Weather conditions can change quickly, and they cannot guarantee day-of conditions. Session times may be adjusted or canceled in extreme weather, and updates will be provided.
Participants must be at least 42 inches tall. No exceptions.
Children cannot ride on a parent’s lap.
All participants need a valid ticket.
Ski boots are not allowed in tubes or on the run.
Only one person per tube, seated while riding.
Ensure the lane is clear before starting and exit in the same lane.
No alcohol is allowed. Impaired individuals cannot participate.
Participants must know how to safely load, ride, and unload from the lift.
Drag your feet near the end of the tubing run to slow down.
Tubing can be hazardous. Risks include high speeds, rapidly changing weather, and potential collisions. By purchasing a tubing ticket, you assume all risks.
TRAIL STATS
PEAK ELEVATION IN FEET
5506
BASE ELEVATION IN FEET
4675
ERTICAL DROP IN FEET
830
NUMBER OF TRAILS
2
MILES
??
BEGINNER
GREEN CIRCLE
??
INTERMEDIATE
BLUE SQUARE
??
EXPERT
BLACK DIAMOND
??
TERRAIN
ORANGE RECTANGLE
??
SEASON
LATE MAY - SEASON BEGINS
LATE SEPTEMBER -SEASON ENDS
HOURS
Beech Mountain summer activities are currently closed and will resume after the winter season ends. We will update hours as soon as they are released to the public.
MOUNTAIN BIKE TICKETS
The summit is exclusively accessible via chairlift, offering a scenic ride to the top before your downhill adventure begins. Lift tickets can be purchased at Ski Beech Sports in the resort village. Please remember that mountain biking on the property without a valid lift ticket is considered trespassing. Self-shuttling is not allowed, and there are no drop-off or parking options available at the summit.
Children 5 & under are free with paid adult.
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RENTAL EQUIPMENT & STORE
Fully equipped mountain bike shop with equipment sales and bike rentals is available onsite.
THINGS TO KNOW
- THERE IS A $2 FEE APPLIED TO EVERY PURCHASE FOR A RELOADABLE RFID CARD. REUSE YOUR RFID CARD TO AVOID THIS PURCHASE.
- LESSONS ARE AVAILABLE
- HELMETS ARE REQUIRED
DISCLAIMERS & CLARIFICATIONS
Mountain biking comes with inherent risks, but by following their responsibility code, you can reduce these risks and enjoy a safer ride. Always ride within your ability and control, avoid the lifts and trails if impaired, and make sure your equipment is in proper working order. Helmets are required, and additional protective gear, such as full-face helmets, body armor, and pads, is highly recommended. Stay on designated trails, obey signs, and respect others on the mountain.
COURSE STATS
TEES
DISCONCEPTS LAUNCH PADS
TARGETS
24
BASKETS
DISCATCHER PRO
SEASON
LATE MAY - SEASON BEGINS
LATE SEPTEMBER -SEASON ENDS
HOURS
Beech Mountain is currently closed for the summer season. We will update hours as soon as they are released to the public.
DISC GOLF TICKETS
Disc (frisbee) golf is free if you want to walk the course. But if you want to ride the chairlift to the summit prices are below.
Children 5 & under are free with paid adult.
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THINGS TO KNOW
- THERE IS A $2 FEE APPLIED TO EVERY PURCHASE FOR A RELOADABLE RFID CARD. REUSE YOUR RFID CARD TO AVOID THIS PURCHASE.
- LAST AVAILABLE TEE TIME FROM THE SUMMIT IS 4:30PM.
DISCLAIMERS & CLARIFICATIONS
For a safe and enjoyable game, please keep these points in mind:
- Wear suitable footwear and clothing for hiking through rugged terrain.
- Be mindful of others, including bikers and hikers, using trails and paths.
- Crossing Trails: Check for bikers before crossing or throwing across trails. Only cross bike trails at designated paths, and do not hike on bike trails.
- Discs on Trails: If your disc lands on a trail, ensure it’s clear before retrieving. Return the disc to the edge of the trail nearest your last position, without a penalty.
- Snowmaking and Lift Equipment: If your disc becomes stuck on equipment, do not attempt retrieval. Call Patrol at 828-387-2362 to report it. They recommend marking discs with your name and phone number in case they’re recovered.
- The last available tee time from the summit is 4:30 p.m. Please plan your game accordingly to enjoy a smooth experience on the course.
YOGA STUDIO STATS
SKILL LEVEL
ALL LEVELS
LOCATION
OUTSIDE DECK AT 5506'
SEASON
LATE MAY - SEASON BEGINS
LATE SEPTEMBER -SEASON ENDS
HOURS
Beech Mountain summer activities are currently closed and will resume after the winter season ends. We will update hours as soon as they are released to the public.
OUTDOOR YOGA TICKETS
Stay tuned for updated class times and pricing, which will be released following the upcoming ski season.
INSTRUCTORS
- Chelsea Dittrich: Specializes in Vinyasa and Hatha with a depth in Yin.
- Scott Temples: Experienced in Vinyasa Flow, Yin, and Nidra.
- Cara Van Der Bauwede: Integrates powerful postures with mindfulness.
- Rebecca Storzbach: Focuses on alignment and imaginative practice.
- Selda Tahiri: Blends Vinyasa with unique styles and hands-on adjustments.
THINGS TO KNOW
- THERE IS A $2 FEE APPLIED TO EVERY PURCHASE FOR A RELOADABLE RFID CARD. REUSE YOUR RFID CARD TO AVOID THIS PURCHASE.
- OUTDOOR YOGA IS HELD AT 5506' - TOP OF THE MOUNTAIN WITH PANORAMIC VIEWS
- YOU MUST BRING YOUR OWN MAT
- ARRIVE EARLY BECAUSE YOU MUST TAKE A CHAIRLIFT TO THE TOP
- DRESS IN LAYERS TO ACCOMODATE CHANGING MOUNTAINTOP WEATHER
CHAIR LIFT STATS
RIDE TIME IN MINS
20
PEAK ELEVATION IN FEET
5506
SEASON
LATE MAY - SEASON BEGINS
LATE SEPTEMBER -SEASON ENDS
HOURS
Beech Mountain summer activities are currently closed and will resume after the winter season ends. We will update hours as soon as they are released to the public.
SCENIC CHAIRLIFT TICKETS
Children 5 and under are free with paid adult.
THINGS TO KNOW
- THERE IS A $2 FEE APPLIED TO EVERY PURCHASE FOR A RELOADABLE RFID CARD. REUSE YOUR RFID CARD TO AVOID THIS PURCHASE
DISCLAIMERS & CLARIFICATIONS
To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience, please follow these rules:
- Lift Operations: Scenic, bicycle, and disc golf lift rides are only offered during designated summer hours. Winter lift rides are unavailable, and operations may close due to weather conditions like thunder, lightning, and high winds.
- Physical Requirements: Riders should be in suitable physical condition for loading and unloading the lift. No child carriers, crutches, walkers, or wheelchairs are allowed. Children must be at least 36 inches tall, and proper footwear is required (no flip-flops).
- Safety on Lift: Backpacks must be removed and held on laps; no restraint belts are available. Riders must fit into a rescue harness, and guests under the influence of alcohol or drugs will not be allowed access. Alcohol, open containers, and pets are prohibited.
- Parental Responsibility: Parents are responsible for the safety of minor children.
- Entering this high-mountain environment includes inherent risks. Trail conditions can vary due to weather, terrain, and natural elements, which may include rocks, debris, or snowmaking equipment. By entering, you accept all risks related to personal injury, equipment damage, and environmental conditions.
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OTHER 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.
BOOK YOUR EXPERIENCE
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