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SNOW TUBING

Snow tubing at Sugar Mountain Resort is one of the most exciting family-friendly activities on the mountain. The tubing park features multiple lanes carved into the slope, each offering a thrilling ride down on an oversized inner tube. With the resort’s snowmaking capabilities, the lanes are kept in great condition throughout the season, giving riders a smooth yet exhilarating slide. The best part is that no experience or special skills are needed—just grab a tube, sit down, and enjoy the ride. A convenient magic carpet lift carries you and your tube back to the top, so you can keep the fun going without the climb.

The atmosphere at the tubing park is lively and full of laughter, making it a favorite for both kids and adults. Sessions are timed, allowing everyone plenty of opportunity to ride multiple times, and the resort often offers both daytime and evening tubing. At night, the lanes glow under bright lights, creating an exciting winter playground under the mountain sky. Whether you’re visiting with family, a group of friends, or just looking for a break from skiing and snowboarding, snow tubing at Sugar Mountain delivers pure fun and a carefree way to enjoy the snowy slopes.

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HILL STATS

700 FT

LENGTH

6

NUMBER OF LANES

1 HOUR & 45 MINS

SESSION LENGTH

SEASON

LATE NOVEMBER – SEASON BEGINS

EARLY MARCH – SEASON ENDS

TUBING HOURS

SESSION 1 (ONLY AVAILABLE WEEKENDS, HOLIDAYS, & HOLIDAY SEASON)
8AM - 945AM
SESSION 2 (MON - SUN)
10AM - 1145PM
SESSION 3 (MON - SUN)
12PM - 145PM
SESSION 4 (MON - SUN)
2PM - 345PM
SESSION 5 (MON - SUN)
4PM - 545PM
SESSION 6 (MON - SUN)
6PM - 745PM
SESSION 7 (MON - SUN)
8PM - 945PM

Each listed time is a session. Sessions last 1 hour and 45 minutes. Holiday Season is November to January. 

TUBING RATES

2025 - 2026 SEASON
WEEKDAY
WEEKEND/HOLIDAY
3 & 4 YEAR OLDS
STANDARD
$42
$53
$3 WITH PAYING ADULT

You must purchase tickets before going to resort online. Also, tickets can only be purchased online the day prior to your visit at 8am. If you plan to visit you should purchse your tickets as close to 8am the day before as possible online to guarantee you get them. Note, no more than six tickets can be bought by one single person. 

THINGS TO KNOW

  • You must purchase your tickets online.
  • You cannot purchase tickets until 8am the day before you plan on coming.
  • You can only purchase 6 tickets per person. 
  • Everyone must sign a waiver before tubing. Waivers can be downloaded from tubing website: Tubing – Sugar Mountain Resort
  • Must be 3 years of age or older to tube.
  • Children 6 and under must ride/share a tube with an adult.
  • Children 7 and 8 must be under the direct supervision of an adult.
  • Tickets are non-refundable. 
  • Snow tubing is located across the street from the Base Lodge.

BOOK YOUR EXPERIENCE

Click the link to visit the official website.

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

Click the link to visit the location page for this activity and learn all about the location.

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