# 9Small Ski Area in North America
# 8Small Ski Area in United States
# 1Overall in New York
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Belleayre offers something for everybody, from skiing to snowboarding to cross-country skiing. While the area does designate just over half of its runs as intermediate, advanced and beginner skiers/riders are not without their runs. Intermediates will enjoy Deer Run, which meanders through a beautiful part of the mountain. There are two glade areas on the upper mountain and additional expert terrain in the area under the Tomahawk quad. Snowmaking covers Horseshoe Pass, another upper mountain trail. The area has over 170 acres to romp in, 96% of that covered by snowmaking equipment.
Where Is Belleayre Mountain Ski Resort Located?
From Albany International Airport, the resort is about a two-hour drive. It’s about a one-and-half hour drive from Stewart International Airport. Amtrak service is available to Rhinecliff, New York, and, from there, it’s about 1 hour and 15 minutes to the resort. Bus service is also available to the resort via several lines and charter services.
Inside Scoop
The Tiger Den Nursery is childcare for children ages 6 months to 6 years, and the Kids Zone is a ski and snowboarding school for kids 12 and under. The ski school also offers lessons for adults and teenagers 13 and older, and there are special programs throughout the season.
The resort has four lodges: Discovery, Overlook, Longhouse and Sunset. Discovery Lodge sits at the lowest elevation (2,025 feet), and it’s designed for beginners. Most of the services (retail shop, restaurants, rental shops and more) are located at Discovery and Overlook Lodges. Sunset Lodge is on the summit (3,325 feet), and it only has a small cafeteria and restrooms. Meetings, special events and private parties are held at the Longhouse Lodge.
Restaurants
Breakfast
- Maeve’s Place is a cozy coffee shop with fresh-made breakfast items, including parfait and baked goods. 288 Main Street, Pine Hill, NY 12465
Lunch
- The Maple Smoke House serves up amazing BBQ made right in the restaurant’s own smoker. 181 Galli Curci Road, Highmount, NY 12441
Dinner
- Catch the sunset at the Sunset Grill while chowing down on a juicy burger and homemade kettle chips. 181 Galli Curci Road, Highmount, NY 12441
Après/Nightlife
- Groomers Pub is a favorite après-ski stop with a wide choice of beverages. 181 Galli Curci Road, Highmount, NY 12441
Best Time for Snow
Average Snowfall
31"
20"
13"
7"
4"
8"
Nov
20"
Dec
22"
Jan
26"
Feb
24"
Mar
4"
Apr
Terrain Overview
Beginners Runs
19%
Intermediate Runs
48%
Advanced Runs
19%
Expert Runs
13%
Runs in Total
62
Longest Run
2.2 mi
Skiable Terrain
175 ac
Snow Making
164 ac
Total Lifts: 9
Gondolas & Trams
1
High Speed Quads
1
Quad Chairs
3
Surface Lifts
4
Elevation
Base
2025'
Summit
3429'
Vertical Drop
1404'
Important Dates
November 15, 20242024/11/15
Projected Opening
April 13, 20252025/04/13
Projected Closing
128
Projected Days Open
154
Days Open Last Year
75
Years Open
130"
Average Snowfall
Contact Information
Belleayre
P.O. Box 313
12441-0313 Highmount, New York
United States
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