10 Ski and Snow Options Near Charlotte, listed by driving distance.
Not much snow, but the machines are going strong most places so some slopes are open. Use our report as a planning guide and we’ll update you again in late January 2022!
Head to: Appalachian Ski Mountain
Distance from Charlotte: 1 hr. 53 mins.
RESERVATIONS REQUIRED
2022 SNOW REPORT: 66-116” Base Depth | 9 Slopes Open
Slopes: 12 slopes and 4 terrain parks.
Ice skating: The Appalachian Ice Arena is open on a regular schedule with sessions daily from 12-2pm, 3-5pm and 7-9pm
Season: Projected as Nov. 19 – Mar. 27
Rates: 8-hour flex tickets are $69-$71 on weekends/holidays and $44 Monday – Friday. See all rates here.
Current operating hours:
- Weekdays & Non-Holidays: 9am – 10pm
- Fridays, Saturdays & Listed Holidays: 9am – Midnight
- Listed Holidays are Dec. 17-Jan. 2, Jan. 15 & 16; Feb. 19-21
- 1st Sunday Night Hours (Dec 5, Jan 2, Feb 6, Mar 6): 9am – 11pm
Stay: Stay steps from the slopes at one of the resort’s four slopeside lodging options. If you’d like to ski and stay in town, relax in one of seven luxury rooms in Downtown Blowing Rock’s Hellbender B&B (used to be The New Public House). Two miles from downtown, Gideon Ridge Inn & Restaurant offers ten guest rooms and sweeping mountain views. Westglow Resort & Spa allows guests to choose from four unique accommodation options, including rooms in a historic Greek Revival Mansion.
Dine: Best Cellar in downtown Blowing Rock has been serving nightly seafood and steak specials since 1975 and is open Thursday through Monday beginning at 5 p.m. Twigs Restaurant and Bar serves a Southern twist on classic favorites and offers an award-winning wine list a half mile from downtown.
Do: Take a break from the winter action and fully unwind at Westglow Life Enrichment Center (aka spa).
Head to: Jonas Ridge Snow Tubing Frequent Closures*
Distance from Charlotte: 1 hr. 58 mins.
2022 SNOW REPORT: *Hours of operation change frequently, keep up with the latest on their Facebook page. Open vs Closed announced almost daily.
Safety for 2021: The lodge is currently closed to the public, but outdoor heating and restroom facilities are offered.
Slopes: Five snow tube lanes ranging from steep to slow.
Season: December-March
Rates: $35/person, $30/ages six and under for 1 hour and 45 minute sessions. For one hour, it’s $25/person, $20 ages six and under. ALL children under 6 must be accompanied by an adult, no exceptions
Current operating hours: Hours and Days Open Vary Significantly here.
Stay: Cozy up with the help of a mountainside rental from Alluring View B&B and cabins.
Dine: Get to know the area with a trip to Famous Louise’s Rock House, a restaurant on the National Register of Historical Places. Find more restaurants to satisfy your palate here.
Do: The whole family will love a trip to Lineville Caverns, where the temperature stays a comfortable 52 degrees year-round. Open Saturday and Sunday 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Head to: Sugar Mountain Resort
Distance from Charlotte: 2 hr. 16 mins.
2022 SNOW REPORT: 49-99″ inch Base | 21 Slopes and 5 lifts Open
Slopes: 21 potential slopes, plus snowshoeing, tubing, ice skating and night skiing.
Season: Through March.
Rates: $80 weekends/holidays; $49 M-F; March Madness rates begin March 7 ($37 M-F; $60 Weekends). Full rate info here.
Stay: Lodging options abound near the action at Sugar Mountain. Sleep on the slopes with properties available from Sugar Ski & Country Club and Sugar Mountain Accommodations Center & Realty, Inc. Other options include Sugar Mountain Lodging, Inc. and Sugar Mountain Resort Accommodations.
Dine: At Sorrento’s Bistro in downtown Banner Elk, bring your lift tickets for 10% off any entree(must be same day tickets). Also in Banner Elk, Stonewalls Restaurant serves seafood, gourmet steaks and a healthy wine list. For a taste of fine dining, indulge in creole and cajun cuisine at Louisiana Purchase Food & Spirits.
Do: Unwind with a tasting at Banner Elk Winery and Villa, open year-round for daily tastings. Or opt to stay close to the slopes and enjoy the next event in the mountain’s live music series.
Head to: Hawksnest Snow Tubing
Distance from Charlotte: 2 hr. 18 mins.
RESERVATIONS RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
2022 SNOW REPORT: Conditions change rapidly, check their website for their hours, opening status.
Slopes: Four snow tubing areas with over 30 lanes and a special winter zipline snowbird tour. Day-of tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis, weekends and holidays usually sell out online in advance.
Rates: From $35. More here.
Stay: Find nearby cabin properties with the help of Foscoe Rentals or Blue Ridge Mountain Rentals.
Dine: In Banner Elk, The Pedalin’ Pig BBQ serves up local, hickory-smoked BBQ with wine and beer.
Do: Did you know that Seven Devils was the first mountain resort development in North Carolina to become a town? Explore The Shoppes at Tynecastle or for outdoor adventurers, take a scenic hike to Otter Falls.
Head to: Beech Mountain Resort
Distance from Charlotte: 2 hr. 31 mins.
2022 SNOW REPORT: 56-80” Base Depth | 16 of 17 trails and 4-6 lifts open
Slopes: The highest ski area in the East boasts up to 17 slopes and two freestyle terrain areas, night skiing, ice skating and tubing.
Rates: $76 weekends/holidays; $46 M-F. View all rates here.
Stay: Find the perfect chalet or cabin online. Stay on top of the mountain at one of the Resort inns / hotels.
Dine: After a day on the slopes, settle in at The Famous Brick Oven Restaurant, serving specialty pizzas, pastas, sandwiches and wings.
Do: Raise a glass at Beech Mountain Brewing Company, one of the only US breweries owned and operated by a ski area. Stay up-to-date on upcoming mountain events with the resort’s online calendar.
Head to: Wolf Ridge Ski Resort .
Distance from Charlotte: 2 hr. 41 mins.
Opening Day for the Ski Slopes: Jan 5 Opened
2022 SNOW REPORT: 32-62″ Base Depth | 3-4 slopes, 3 lifts open
Slopes: 15 slopes available but not all open (4 green, 9 blue and 2 black diamonds), a terrain park, night skiing and tubing.
Rates: $70 Weekends; $44 M-F.
Stay: Enjoy breathtaking views of the Blue Ridge Mountains in The Views Townhomes or cabin through Wolf Mountain Realty.
Dine: Explore downtown Mars Hill restaurants including Steakhouse Main Street Burrito and The Wagon Wheel.
Do: In Asheville, 30 minutes south of the resort, endless entertainment options wait.
Head to: Cataloochee Ski Area
Distance from Charlotte: 2 hr. 45 mins.
NOW OPERATING AT RESERVATIONS ONLY STATUS
2022 SNOW REPORT: 52-72” Base | 17 of 18 trails and 5 lifts open
Slopess: Skiing, snowboarding and snow tubing (offered at nearby Tube World). 18 skiing and snowboarding slopes and trails: 44% beginner, 39% intermediate and 17% advanced to expert.
Season: Early November – Late March
Rates: Weekend/holiday lift rates are $76 for adults, $56 for those 12 and under. Weekday rates are $47 for adults and $37 for ages 12 and under.
Stay: Unwind after a day on the slopes at Boyd Mountain Log Cabins, where your crew can enjoy modern amenities while staying in the middle of a 150-acre Christmas tree farm. View more lodging options here.
Dine: In nearby Waynesville, you have your choice of well-reviewed restaurants including Bourbon Barrel Beef & Ale, The Swag, and Chef’s Table. Closer to the slopes in Maggie Valley, is J. Arthur’s Restaurant.
Do: There’s plenty to do in the “Elk Capital of North Carolina”. Enjoy visits to craft breweries and performances at The Strand at 38 Main. View more ideas here.
Head to: Ski Sapphire Valley
Distance from Charlotte: 2 hr. 56 mins.
2022 SNOW REPORT: 24-53″ Base | Ski Sapphire is open Friday Noon – Sunday PM [View Hours of Operations]weather permitting. Current Info: Call 828-743-7663
Offerings: Skiing, snowboarding, snow tubing and zip lining.
Rates: Vary, details here.
Operating hours: Check back here in Jan 2022.
Stay: Find a rental with ease on VRBO.
Dine: Sapphire Mountain Brewing Company offers wood-fired pizza, fine wine and over 100 microbrews in a rustic mountain setting. It’s a perfect spot for catching the game or enjoying live music.
Do: The slopes aren’t the only attraction in Sapphire Valley. Check out the monthly area calendar for live music and activities.
Head to: Winterplace Ski Resort
Distance from Charlotte: 2 hr. 59 mins.
2022 SNOW REPORT: Snow Base: 48-74″ | Trails Open: 26 of 27 | Lifts Open: 6 of 12
Call 1-800-607-SNOW(7669)
Slopes: 27 slopes, one terrain park and the largest snow tubing park in West Virginia. Night skiing on 26 slopes.
Rates: Vary, book here. For the 2021-22 season, they encourage you to pre-purchase lift tickets and rentals online due to limited tickets available. Tickets purchased 24 hours in advance qualify for savings. Lift tickets purchased for use on the day of purchase are sold at walk-up rates.
Stay: Sleep on the slopes at The Cabins at Winterplace.
Dine: Stop mid-mountain at The MountainHouse for lunch and panoramic views, or take in the mountain air at Almost Heaven – The Deck at Winterplace. View more dining options here.
Do: There’s plenty to do without ever leaving the mountain. Enjoy live music and karaoke at Mountain Mama’s, drinks and games at The Snowdrift Lounge and more. Check out the current happenings on the resort’s calendar (currently not published).
Head to: Wintergreen Resort
Distance from Charlotte: 4 hr. 16 mins.
2022 SNOW REPORT: Base: 45” | 26 Slopes Open | 4 Lift Open
Slopes: 23 different slopes, a terrain park, kids activities and tubing (check website for availability).
Rates: $64 Monday – Thursday, $109 Friday-Sunday and holidays. Lift ticket sales may be limited to ensure a quality mountain experience. Due to anticipated high demand, especially during peak holiday periods, lift tickets and rentals must be purchased online in advance. In the event lift tickets sell out, guests will not be able to buy them in-resort at the ticket window.
Stay: The resort offers multiple accommodations, from a mountain inn to condos, cabins and exclusive properties. Browse and book online.
Dine: Choose from four restaurants with options to please every palate.
Do: Off the mountain, indulge in wineries, breweries and a cidery. Start planning here.
