In the winter, The Finger Lakes Region becomes a winter wonderland where you can partake in a variety of winter recreational activities like skiing, snowboarding, cross-country skiing, snow-shoeing and snowmobiling. There are miles of trails for you to enjoy at the various ski resorts in Western and Central New York.
Bristol Mountain Winter Resort
- 5662 Route 64, Canandaigua, NY 14424.
- Phone: 585-374-6000
- website: www.bristolmountain.com
Bristol Mountain Winter Resort is the largest skiing and snowboarding center in the Finger Lakes. The mountain has the highest vertical drop of any ski resort between the Adirondack Mountains and the Rockies. They also have cross-country skiing and and it is a great place for snow shoeing. It is located in Ontario county on the west side of Canandaigua Lake.
Stats:
- Number of Trails: 34
- Base Elevation: 1,000 feet
- Summit Elevation: 2,200 feet
- Vertical Drop: 1200 feet
- Skiable Terrain: 138 acres
- Abilities: 32% novice, 50% intermediate, and 18% advanced level terrain.
- Night Skiing: 96% of the trails have lighting.
- Snow-making Coverage: 97%
Brantling Ski and Snowboard Center
- 4015 Fish Farm Rd. Sodus, NY 14551
- Phone: 315-331-2365
- website: www.brantling.com
Brantling Ski Slopes is located in Sodus, NY in Wayne County. The resort is geared toward intermediate skiers and snowboarders, but there is also a lot of terrain for beginners and experts, .
Stats:
- Number of Trails: 8
- Number of Lifts: 5
- Vertical Drop: 250 feet
- Skiable Terrain: 35 acres
- Abilities: 30% novice, 40% intermediate, and 30% advanced level terrain.
- Snowmaking: yes
Greek Peak Mountain Resort
- 2000 Rte. 392 – Cortland, 13045
- Phone: 607-835-6111
- website: www.greekpeak.net
It’s a fun place for family skiing, snowboarding, and tubing. There is also a Cross Country Ski/Nordic Center for cross country skis or snowshoes. Greek Peak Mountain Resort is located off I-81 in Cortland, NY.
Stats:
- Number of Trails: 32
- Vertical Drop: 952 feet
- Night Skiing: yes
- Snow-making Coverage: 83%
Hunt Hollow Ski Club
- 7532 County Road 36 – Naples, NY 14512-9240
- Phone: 585-374-5428
- website: www.hunthollow.com
Hunt Hollow is the second highest mountain in Western New York, located south of Honeoye Lake. It is a private club for skiing, snowboarding and snowshoeing destination for the enjoyment of members and invited guests with about 80 acres of skiable terrain.
Stats:
- Number of Trails: 22
- Number of Lifts: 1 triple, 1 T-Bar, 1 J-Bar
- Vertical Drop: 825 feet
- Skiable Terrain: 80 acres
- Cross-country Trails: 2.5 miles
Labrador Mountain
- 6935 Route 91 – Truxton, NY 13158
- Snow Conditions: 1-800-446-9559
- Office Phone: 607-842-6204
- website: www.labradormtn.com
Labrador Mountain has a variety of trails for everyone, whether it’s woods, cruisers, or bumps. Located just minutes from Cortland, New York, Labrador Mountain is less than an hours drive from Binghamton, Ithaca and Syracuse.
Stats:
- Number of Trails: 22
- Base Elevation: 1,120 feet
- Summit Elevation: 1,825 feet
- Vertical Drop: 700 feet
- Total Area: 250 acres
- Abilities: 33% novice, 34% intermediate, and 33% advanced level terrain.
- Lighted Trails: 14 (Mon-Sat)
- Snow-making Coverage: 90%
- Average Snow Fall: 125 inches
- Average Days Open: 100
Song Mountain Resort
- 1 Song Mountain Rd. Tully, NY 13159
- Phone: 315-696-5711
- website: www.songmountain.com
Song Mountain Resort is conveniently located just off I-81 in Tully in Cortland County (halfway between Binghamton and Syracuse).
Stats:
- Number of Trails: 24
- Number of Lifts: 5
- Base Elevation: 1240 feet
- Summit Elevation: 1940 feet
- Vertical Drop: 700 feet
- Night Skiing: 75%
- Snow-making Coverage: 80%
- Average Snowfall: 125 Inches
- Average Winter Season: 100 Days
Snow Ridge Ski Resort
- 4173 West Rd. Turin, NY 13473
- Phone: 315-348-8456
- website: www.snowridge.com
Snow Ridge Ski Resort offers “Military Ski Free Days” every Wednesday through the ski season, as well as discounted Military rates for tickets and rentals. Ski or Snowboard Free on your birthday (must show ID). Check the website for more promotions and information.
- Number of Trails: 22
- Number of Lifts: 4 Doubles, 1 T-bar, 1 Bunny Tow
- Base Elevation: 1500 feet
- Summit Elevation: 2000 feet
- Vertical Drop: 500 feet
- Skiable Terrain: 130 acres
- Night Skiing: yes
- Snow-making Coverage: 83%
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