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New York Allocates $15.9 Million Across Whiteface, Gore, and Belleayre
ORDA's board has approved $15.9 million in capital funding for its three state-owned ski areas, with the bulk directed at snowmaking infrastructure. The allocation continues a decade-long pattern of public investment in New York's ski mountains, though the recurring focus on basic infrastructure raises questions about maintenance backlogs.
Michael Fulton
Whiteface Joins Mountain Collective: A Measured Look at the Northeast Addition
Whiteface's entry into the Mountain Collective pass for 2025-26 brings a much-needed Northeast option, but raises questions about the pass's overall strategy and value proposition.
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Gore Mountain's 2025/2026 Season Upgrades: New Lift, Snowmaking, and More
Gore Mountain is set to enhance its facilities for the 2025/2026 ski season with a new quad lift, improved snowmaking, and expanded parking. The resort continues its development with ongoing projects at the North Creek Ski Bowl.
Michael Fulton
Whiteface Mountain Updates Lift System: Two Chairlifts Retired
Whiteface Mountain in New York has concluded its 2024-25 season, marking the retirement of two long-serving chairlifts. Plans are underway to replace these with a new SkyTrac fixed-grip double chairlift, maintaining the popular mid-station feature.
Michael Fulton
Record Snowfall Drives Surge in NY Ski Resort Attendance
Heavy snowfall and ideal winter conditions have led to increased attendance at New York ski resorts, with Holiday Valley and Peek'n Peak reporting strong visitor numbers. The favourable weather has enabled extended operations and enhanced experiences for skiers and riders across Western New York's premier ski destinations.
Michael Fulton
Hunter Mountain Debuts Modern Six-Person Chairlift for 2024 Season
Hunter Mountain has revolutionized its lift system with a new high-speed six-pack chairlift, the Broadway Express. This significant upgrade enhances access to all skill levels of terrain and introduces wider trails for improved skiing and riding experiences.
Michael Fulton
Whiteface New York Announces New High Speed Quad
Whiteface Mountain in New York has made an exciting announcement that came from left field. The legendary resort, known for its Olympic history, is set to introduce a new lift called 'The Notch' in the upcoming season. This high-speed quad lift will connect Bear Den Mountain and Legacy Lodge, eliminating the need to navigate beginner trails and providing a smoother and more convenient experience for skiers. With improved trail flow and enhanced skier distribution, Whiteface Mountain aims to elevate the resort experience. Stay tuned for more updates on this groundbreaking addition that is set to revolutionise access and enjoyment at the iconic Whiteface Mountain.
Michael Fulton
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Pinheiro Braathen Wins Sölden Giant Slalom Opener by 0.48 Seconds
Two days at Sölden, two races decided by a hundredth somewhere on the podium, and one very quick Brazilian. Lucas Pinheiro Braathen led from the first run to win the men’s World Cup opener by 0.48 seconds, with Loïc Meillard second and Marco Odermatt third. River Radamus charged from 15th to fourth on a rutted course, and Britain’s Freddy Carrick-Smith banked his first World Cup points. Braathen still hasn’t lost a giant slalom since Olympic gold.
25 Oct 2026
Alps Snow Forecast: Up to 64 cm Headed for the High Glaciers as the Snow Line Drops
The Alps are about to swap mild, sunny October weather for something far more wintry. A cold front arrives Tuesday, and SnowStash forecasts have Monterosa Ski out in front with 64 cm over 14 days, ahead of Blatten Belalp (55 cm) and Verbier (43 cm). The snow line should fall below 2000 metres by Wednesday night, and glaciers across Switzerland, Italy and Austria are in line for the best of it. The wind will have a say too.
20 Oct 2026
Four Dead After Avalanche Near Ski Portillo in Chile
A large avalanche struck near Laguna del Inca adjacent to Ski Portillo on Saturday afternoon, killing four people and injuring four others. The group were day visitors mountaineering in the backcountry after reportedly being warned about elevated avalanche risk by resort staff.
18 Oct 2026
Europe Ski Resorts Open Now: What Is Skiable in Mid-October 2026
Europe’s ski season is open, technically. After a record-warm summer, glaciers in Austria, Switzerland and Italy are running a few pistes apiece, Sölden, Stubai and Kitzsteinhorn started late, Titlis has pushed back to 24 October, and Zermatt reopens a few lifts on 14 October after more than two months shut. Finland’s Levi and Ruka are skiing on stored snow. Here is what is open, and what you actually get at each.
14 Oct 2026
Zermatt Plans World Cup Downhill Return on the Gornergrat for 2028
Zermatt is having another crack at a World Cup downhill, and this time nobody has to cross a border. Around 13 million Swiss francs is going into rebuilding the Gornergrat piste, including a jump fed by a roughly 300-metre in-run across the roof of the Gornergrat Railway gallery, with the Matterhorn lined up behind it for the TV cameras. First men’s race is pencilled in for March 2028, pending FIS homologation.
14 Oct 2026
Mt. Rose Begins Snowmaking for the 2026-27 Season at Lake Tahoe
Lake Tahoe’s highest base elevation is paying off early: Mt. Rose has started making snow for 2026-27 after the first flurries and a cold snap. The Nevada resort is backing it with nearly US$2 million in upgrades, including a replacement snowmaking main line, a new PistenBully groomer and restraint bars on every lift. Opening day is yet to be confirmed, though Heavenly and Northstar are already eyeing 20 November.
13 Oct 2026
Utah Ski Resorts 2026-27: What’s New at Alta, Deer Valley, Powder Mountain and More
Utah is still building flat out. For 2026-27, Powder Mountain opens a steep new Skytrac chair into more than 1,000 acres of advanced terrain, Deer Valley adds 200 acres on Hail Peak, Sundance gets a new quad and Park City adds a gondola from its new parking structure. Snowmaking is expanding almost everywhere, Eagle Point stays closed after the Cottonwood Fire, and the 2034 Games are setting the pace. Here’s what’s new, resort by resort.
13 Oct 2026
Mt Hutt Invests NZ$12 Million in Base Area, Tripling Its Sun Deck
Mt Hutt is getting busier, and its base lodge is about to catch up. NZ$12 million goes into a heated sun deck roughly three times the current size (430 m² to 1,300 m²), plus a new toilet block, heated steps down to snow level, extra storage and a new food and beverage outlet. Building starts after the 2026 season, with everything due for winter 2027.
11 Oct 2026