SNOW SKIING
Snow skiing at Sugar Mountain Resort is the centerpiece of winter fun in the North Carolina High Country. As the largest ski area in the state, Sugar offers over 125 acres of terrain with 21 slopes and trails that cater to every skill level—from gentle beginner runs to challenging black diamonds for advanced skiers. The mountain’s vertical drop of 1,200 feet gives it a big-mountain feel, while its modern snowmaking and grooming systems ensure smooth, consistent conditions all season long. The resort’s ski school provides excellent instruction for both new and returning skiers, making it easy for anyone to get started or refine their technique.
The experience of skiing Sugar Mountain goes beyond the slopes themselves. As you glide down the mountain, you’re surrounded by the breathtaking scenery of the Blue Ridge Mountains, with sweeping views that stretch for miles. The high-speed lifts make getting to the top quick and comfortable, and the variety of runs means you can easily spend a full day exploring without repetition. Whether you’re carving down Oma’s Meadow under the bright winter sun or making turns beneath the lights during a night session, skiing at Sugar Mountain combines the excitement of downhill adventure with the beauty and charm of a true Southern Appalachian winter.
HILL STATS
5300 FT
PEAK ELEVATION
4100 FT
BASE ELEVATION
1200 FT
VERTICAL DROP
20
SLOPES
7
LIFTS
125 ACRES
TOTAL SKIIABLE AREA
BEGINNER
8 SLOPES
INTERMEDIATE
8 SLOPES
EXPERT
4 SLOPES
SEASON
LATE NOVEMBER – SEASON BEGINS
LATE MARCH – SEASON ENDS
SLOPE HOURS
SLOPE TICKETS
Ticket purchases must be made at the resort ONLY! No online or phone sales are accepted. All tickets are sold first come, first served and are subject to sell out!
Full Day lift/slope tickets go on sale at 8:00am for skiing/snowboarding that day! You may also purchase them the night before from 8:00pm to 9:00pm in the Rental Department.
Twilight & Half Day lift/slope tickets are available at 12:00pm for that day.
Night lift/slope tickets available at 5:00pm for that evening.
FULL DAY TICKET
9am – 430pm
HALF DAY TICKET
12:30pm – 430pm
TWILIGHT TICKET
12:30pm – 10pm (closed 4:30pm – 6pm)
NIGHT TICKET
6pm – 10pm
- Junior pricing is for children ages 5-11.
- Senior pricing is for senior ages 70 – 75. Seniors over the age of 75 can purchase lift/slope tickets for $3.
- Holiday rates apply December 17, 2025 through January 2, 2026. Martin Luther King Jr. Monday, and President’s Day Monday are regular midweek rates. Holiday rates do not apply on these days.
- Government issued IDs required.
THINGS TO KNOW
- Sugar Mountain uses RFID cards for lift tickets.
- Lift/Slope ticket sales are first come, first served. Online and phone sales are not available.
- Lift/Slope tickets are sold on a session by session basis.
- Full Day tickets go on sale at 8:00am, Twilight & Half Day tickets go on sale at 12:00pm, and Night tickets go on sale at 5:00pm.
- If you just need lift/slope tickets, we encourage you to use the main lift/slope ticket windows.
DISCOUNTS
- Children 4 and under qualify for a $3 lift/slope ticket.
- College discounts and K-12 Snow Day discounts are also available.
- Group discounts are available.
- Season passes are available.
EQUIPMENT RENTAL & STORE
Rental equipment is available with prices ranging from $15 – $47 depending upon date and your status (adult, senior, child, student) as well as what you are renting.
Rental clothing is available with prices ranging from $24 – $33 depending upon clothing needed.
BOOK YOUR EXPERIENCE
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OTHER AMENITIES AVAILABLE AT THIS LOCATION
MULTIPLE RESTAURANTS
The resort has multiple restaurants available onsite.
CHILDCARE
The resort offers childcare for children 1 and up.
SLOPESIDE LODGING
Slopeside lodging is available through third-party companies.
INSTRUCTION
The resort has numerous ski and snowboard lesson options for all ages.
ONSITE STORE
The resort has two different onsite stores offering the finest in ski, snowboard and leisure apparel as well as a large variety of accessories, souvenirs and gift items.
LOCKERS AVAILABLE
Lockers are available for storing personal items.
SHUTTLES FROM PARKING LOTS
Shuttles are available from parking areas to main building.
VISIT LOCATION PAGE
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OTHER ACTIVITIES AT THIS LOCATION
Chairlift Sugar Mountain NC
The scenic chairlift at Sugar Mountain Resort is one of the most relaxing and beautiful ways to take in the natural beauty of the North Carolina High Country.
Snowshoeing Sugar Mountain NC
Away from the busy ski slopes, the snowshoe trails wind through quiet forests and open meadows blanketed in fresh powder, offering a serene escape into nature.
Snowboarding Sugar Mountain NC
With over 100 acres of skiable terrain and a vertical drop of 1,200 feet, riders can carve their way down long, sweeping runs or challenge themselves on steeper slopes.
Ice Skating Sugar Mountain NC
The resort features a spacious, outdoor ice-skating rink surrounded by the scenic backdrop of the Blue Ridge Mountains, making it a picture-perfect spot for families, couples, and friends.
Snow Tubing Sugar Mountain NC
The tubing park features multiple lanes carved into the slope, each offering a thrilling ride down on an oversized inner tube.
Mountain Biking Sugar Mountain NC
Mountain biking at Sugar Mountain Resort offers riders an exciting blend of challenging terrain and breathtaking scenery.
Snowboarding Sugar Mountain NC
With over 100 acres of skiable terrain and a vertical drop of 1,200 feet, riders can carve their way down long, sweeping runs or challenge themselves on steeper slopes.
Snow Tubing Sugar Mountain NC
The tubing park features multiple lanes carved into the slope, each offering a thrilling ride down on an oversized inner tube.
Ice Skating Sugar Mountain NC
The resort features a spacious, outdoor ice-skating rink surrounded by the scenic backdrop of the Blue Ridge Mountains, making it a picture-perfect spot for families, couples, and friends.
Snowshoeing Sugar Mountain NC
Away from the busy ski slopes, the snowshoe trails wind through quiet forests and open meadows blanketed in fresh powder, offering a serene escape into nature.
Mountain Biking Sugar Mountain NC
Mountain biking at Sugar Mountain Resort offers riders an exciting blend of challenging terrain and breathtaking scenery.
Chairlift Sugar Mountain NC
The scenic chairlift at Sugar Mountain Resort is one of the most relaxing and beautiful ways to take in the natural beauty of the North Carolina High Country.
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