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Overview

Sugar Mountain sits at a base elevation of 4,100 feet and climbs to a summit elevation of 5,300 feet. The ski area features 125 acres of skiable terrain across 21 trails. Sugar Mountain offers 100% snowmaking coverage and night skiing/snowboarding across 100 acres and 15 trails. Other winter activities include tubing, ice skating and snowshoeing. Lodging options at Sugar Mountain include rooms, condos and homes at the Village of Sugar Mountain.

Where is Sugar Mountain Ski Resort Located?

Sugar Mountain Resort is located in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina, less than two hours from Asheville, North Carolina. You can fly into the Asheville Regional Airport, and then drive from there.

Inside Scoop

Rental equipment is available on the mountain, including snowboards, boots, skis and helmets. There’s also a repair and tuning shop on premises if you need some work done before hitting the slopes.

Also, be sure to swing by the 10,000 square foot ice skating rink at the resort. You can take advantage of the tubing and snowshoeing options as well as on-site dining, lodging and spa services. During the summer, there is a bike park and scenic lift rides – plus, special events like the Summit Crawl on July 5th and Oktoberfest during the second week of October.

The ski resort opened in 1969.

Restaurants

Sugar Mountain Ski Resort Restaurants

Breakfast

  • If you like a good, simple, country-style breakfast, then look no further than Hickerman’s Country Kitchen. There’s even an all-you-can-eat buffet. 2015 Tynecastle Hwy unit b, Banner Elk, NC 28604

Lunch

  • Reid’s Café & Catering Co is great for lunch or dinner. For lunch, grab one of their hot sandwiches or shareable plates. 4004 NC-105 #8, Sugar Mountain, NC 28604

Dinner

  • Located in a beautifully converted barn, Artisanal Restaurant features high-end American fare. Sit outside to enjoy the evening while eating. 1200 Dobbins Road, Banner Elk, NC 28604

Apres/Nightlife

  • If you like an old school vibe with great cocktails, then head to Stonewalls Restaurant. Get some of their many apps and share with friends. 344 Shawneehaw Avenue S, Banner Elk, NC 28604

Best Time for Snow

Average Snowfall

22"
14"
9"
5"
3"
3"
Nov
8"
Dec
19"
Jan
13"
Feb
6"
Mar
Beginners Runs
40%
Intermediate Runs
40%
Advanced Runs
10%
Expert Runs
10%
Runs in Total
20
Longest Run
1.5 mi
Skiable Terrain
125 ac
Night Skiing
100 ac
Snow Making
125 ac

Total Lifts: 7

High Speed Sixes
1
High Speed Quads
2
Quad Chairs
1
Double Chairs
2
Surface Lifts
1

Elevation

Base
4100'
Summit
5300'
Vertical Drop
1200'

Important Dates

December 06, 20242024/12/06
Projected Opening
March 30, 20252025/03/30
Projected Closing
136
Projected Days Open
118
Days Open Last Year
55
Years Open
77"
Average Snowfall
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