Overview
Swain Resort is the oldest continuously operated ski area in New York, having been operated for 64 years. Swain prides itself on providing families with a great skiing and snowboarding experience at affordable rates in a friendly and safe environment. The resort offer 100 acres of skiable terrain on 30 trails with 97% snowmaking capabilities. In addition to downhill skiing and snowboarding, the resort offers a quality terrain park.
Inside Scoop
Cafeteria, restaurant, and bar at the area. Clubhouse, lessons, rentals, ski shop, nursery, and first aid; nearest hospital 14 miles away. Ninety-five percent snowmaking.
Best Time for Snow
Average Snowfall
25"
15"
10"
5"
0"
12"
Dec
19"
Jan
20"
Feb
11"
Mar
0"
Apr
Terrain Overview
Beginners Runs
31%
Intermediate Runs
37%
Advanced Runs
31%
Runs in Total
35
Longest Run
1 mi
Skiable Terrain
130 ac
Night Skiing
80 ac
Snow Making
90 ac
Total Lifts: 5
Quad Chairs
3
Double Chairs
1
Surface Lifts
1
Elevation
Base
1320'
Summit
1970'
Vertical Drop
650'
Important Dates
December 14, 20242024/12/14
Projected Opening
March 23, 20252025/03/23
Projected Closing
100
Projected Days Open
102
Days Open Last Year
77
Years Open
120"
Average Snowfall
Contact Information
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