Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina, Appalachian Ski Mtn holds the distinction of being the first ski area in Northwestern NC, opening its doors in 1962 as the French Swiss Ski College. Known for its incredibly welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere, the resort is a pioneer in southern skiing and snowboarding, offering impeccable snowmaking that blankets the slopes even when Mother Nature takes a break.
Appalachian Ski Mtn packs plenty of excitement into its 27 skiable acres. With a vertical drop of 365 feet, the mountain features 12 trails connected by a network of 6 lifts, including two quad chairs and three conveyor lifts for beginners. The resort is famous for its three distinct terrain parks—Appaljack, Appaljam, and Appaltoe—which offer varying levels of progression and attract freestyle enthusiasts from across the region. Night skiing is also a massive draw, with 100% of the terrain illuminated after dark.
Planning your ski day at Appalachian Mtn is easier than ever with our live high-definition webcams. You can visually confirm the snow conditions and crowd levels at various points around the mountain. Pair this with the real-time weather information at the top of the page, and you will be perfectly prepared for whatever mother nature brings.