Smoky Mountain ski days
Published mountain characteristics, not currently open terrain. Source: official resort information ↗. Reviewed September 30, 2026. “Not published” means not listed in the linked source.
A 740-foot vertical drop above Maggie Valley, with 50 acres and terrain for new skiers through experienced riders. Pair a ski day with a stay in the Smoky Mountains.
Visitors staying around Maggie Valley who want a mix of learning terrain and steeper runs. The published terrain mix is 44% beginner, with intermediate and expert options as skills progress.
Terrain: 44% beginner · 39% intermediate · 17% expert.
Night skiing: Yes · all slopes lighted.
Tubing: Tube World · separate location.
Features are subject to seasonal schedules and operating conditions. Check availability directly.
COMPARE WITH OTHER NC MOUNTAINS →Current observation: checking nearby NWS station…
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Weather: National Weather Service. Point forecasts near each ski area, not measured summit conditions. Observations, where available, are from nearby stations and labeled separately. Forecasts do not establish whether a resort is open.
Check date, session and inclusions directly with each provider.
Slope passes, equipment and lessons are separate purchases. Use the resort’s current reservation window and confirm the selected session.
Slope passes & reservations ↗Provider instructions ↗ · reviewed September 30, 2026. Recheck before booking.
Reserve through the resort’s rental page. Bring the required ID and allow time for fitting; confirm pickup instructions for your reservation.
Reserve rental equipment ↗Provider instructions ↗ · reviewed September 30, 2026. Recheck before booking.
Lesson space is limited; book through the resort to confirm a place. Check package inclusions because standard lessons do not include passes or rentals.
Lesson options & reservations ↗Provider instructions ↗ · reviewed September 30, 2026. Recheck before booking.
Use the actual property address to check winter access, parking and cancellation terms. Availability is confirmed with the provider.
Browse lodging resources ↗Provider instructions ↗ · reviewed September 30, 2026. Recheck before booking.
Booking procedures reviewed September 30, 2026. Check current provider terms before purchase.
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Read the road notes in Cataloochee’s snow report before taking the mountain access road. The resort lists remote parking shuttle service; follow staff directions. Tube World is a separate destination.
1080 Ski Lodge Road, Maggie Valley, NC 28751
Recheck the official operating report, your booking confirmation and DriveNC before departure. Elevation, wind and precipitation can change the drive and the day.
Official operations & snow report ↗Your next North Carolina ski day starts right here.
