UPDATED FOR THE 2023/24 SEASON
We reviewed 51 resorts in the Mid-Atlantic region.
Four seasons ago only 7 of those resorts had a written uphill policy.
As of the start of the 2023/24 season 23 resorts now have written policies.
New York added 10 resorts with written policies with only 2 of those resorts not allowing uphill at all.
New Jersey finally stepped into the uphill game with Mountain Creek adding uphill travel for season passholders.
Pennsylvania gained 2 new mountains offering uphill but still the majority of the mountains in PA don't have any policies related to uphill access.
Resort access varies widely. Hours of operation and uphill access can change from day to day. Below you will find uphill access hours allowed and potential costs for uphill travel at your local resort. We have also provuided links to each resorts uphill policy for your review before heading out. We do our best to provide the most accurate informaton. Please be sure to check with your local resort before heading out on the mountain.
NOTE: A variety of factors can close uphill access for resorts including early season operations, snowmaking, lack of snow and avalanche mitigation. Always check with your resort before heading out.
| Resort | Hours | Cost | Resort Policy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mountain Creek | M-F Sunrise to 9:00 am Weekends and Holidays Sunrise to 8:00 am |
Only permitted for Season Passholders. Only permitted on Vernon Peak | View Policy |
The following resorts do not have stated policies in New Jersey - Campgaw Mountain
| Resort | Hours | Cost | Resort Policy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Belleyare | M-F 9:00 am to 4:00 pm | $25/day or Season Pass. No uphill access on the weekends or Holidays. | View Policy |
| Buffalo Ski Center | During Operating Hours | Only Season Pass Holders Permitted | View Policy |
| Catamount Ski Area | Dawn to Dusk Only | $15/day or $50/season | View Policy |
| Gore Mountain | 8:30am to 3:30pm. Non-Holiday Thursday, Friday, and Sunday. | $25/day or Season Pass | View Policy |
| Hickory Ski Area | Anytime | $10/day or $150/season - Map at Kiosk of uphill routes and ski areas | View Policy |
| Holimont | Daylight Hours Only | $25/season | View Policy |
| Holiday Mountain | NO Uphill Access Allowed at this time | View Policy | |
| Hunter Mountain | 2 Hours Before Lifts Open | Free | View Policy |
| Kissing Bridge | Dawn to Dusk Only | Valid Pass or Ticket during operating hours. Check the snow report for open routes. | View Policy |
| Plattekill Mountain | Times/days vary. Please call (607) 326-3500 to check uphill status. | $30 | View Policy |
| Swain | Daylight Hours Only | $15/day or $29/season | View Policy |
| Thunder Ridge Ski Area | NO Uphill Access Allowed | View Policy | |
| Titus Mountain | Daytime Hours Only. Downhill allowed only operating hours. | $15/day or Season Pass | View Policy |
| West Mountain | NO Uphill Access Allowed | View Policy | |
| Whiteface | Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, Non-Holiday*, conditions permitting. | $25/day or $129/seaon or pass add on for $59 | View Policy |
| Willard Mountain | Non Operating Hours Only | Only Season Pass Holders Permitted for Uphill Access | View Policy |
| Windham Mountain | During Daylight Hours | Current lift ticket or uphill pass or season pass. No price listed | View Policy |
The following resorts do not have stated policies in New York - Brantling, Bristol Mountain, Dry Hill Ski Area, Greek Peak, Hunt Hollow Ski Club, Labrador Mountain, Maple Ski Ridge, McCauley Mountain Ski Area, Mount Peter Ski Area, Oak Mountain, Peek n Peak, Royal Mountain Ski Area, Snow Ridge, Song Mountain and Woods Valley Ski Area.
| Resort | Hours | Cost | Resort Policy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Camelback Mountain | No Policy on new site. Policy used to be: Operating Hours Only. All Area Ticket/Pass Required | View Policy | |
| Jack Frost / Big Boulder | Jack Frost: 7:30 am - 8:30 am on designated trails. Big Boulder: 7:30 am - 8:30 am on designated trails weekend and Holidays. Midweek from 2:00 pm to 3:00pm on Merry Widow only |
View Policy | |
| Montage Mountain | NO Uphill Access Allowed | View Policy | |
| Roundtop Mountain Resort | 6:00 am to 8:45 am | Designated Trails Only | View Policy |
| Shawnee Mountain | Midweek During Operating Hours Only | No price listed. Snow Phone at 717-328-9400 | View Policy |
| Whitetail Ski Resort | 7:00 am to 8:45 am on designated trails | Lift Ticket or Season Pass Required | View Policy |
The following resorts do not have stated policies in Pennsylvania - Blue Mountain Resort, Bear Creek, Blue Knob, Eagle Rock, Elk Mountain, Liberty Mountain Resort, Mount Pleasant of Edinboro, Roundtop Mountain Resort, Seven Springs Mountain Resort, Ski Big Bear, Ski Sawmill Family Resort and Spring Mountain Ski Area.
If you do not see a policy listed for your local ski resort, feel free to contact us. We will be more than happy to research your local resort's policy, as well as try to advocate for uphill access if the resort currently does not allow it. You can reach us at noliftneeded@gmail.com.