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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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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
Vermont Ski Resort Opening Dates 2026-27: Few Dates Set, Killington Waits on the Cold
Vermont's season is slow to take shape. Stratton is tentatively targeting 18 November and Sugarbush 21 November, while Pico has Friday 11 December on the calendar. Killington never sets a date and opens when the snowmaking allows, and Vail Resorts has yet to name days for Stowe, Okemo and Mount Snow. The forecasts disagree about snow, and the main El Niño worry for the Green Mountains is warmth.
9 Oct 2026
Crans-Montana 2027 World Championships President Resigns Ahead of Fraud Hearing
Less than four months out from the Crans-Montana 2027 World Championships, the man running the organising committee has stepped down. Claude-Alain Schmidhalter resigned as Swiss-Ski vice president and OC president after being indicted over a business dispute unrelated to skiing. He denies the allegations and faces court on October 27. Interim leaders are in place for the February 1-14 event.
9 Oct 2026
Kelly Canyon, Idaho, Adds Snowmaking, a Bigger Terrain Park and More Parking for 2026-27
Kelly Canyon had a rough 2025-26, and the Idaho resort has spent the summer making sure it doesn’t repeat. Snowmaking now reaches the top of Goldrush, the terrain park is doubling in size with a stereo system, lights and a snack shack, and the car park is getting bigger. Grooming is stepping up too. Target opening is December 4, conditions permitting.
9 Oct 2026
Valle Nevado Extends Season to November 8 After 108 cm in 48 Hours
Winter was meant to be winding down in Chile. Then Valle Nevado took 108 cm in 48 hours in early October, and the resort has pushed its closing date out to November 8 - its latest in 38 years of operation. That makes 143 days of skiing since opening day on June 19, with 690 cm banked for the season. Only part of the mountain is running while the storm settles, so check the mountain report before you plan a trip.
9 Oct 2026
Alps Snow Forecast: Cold Front Brings Thursday Snow to the High Alps
The Alps look a lot more like winter today, for a day or so. A cold front is moving west to east, dropping up to 35 cm on high glaciers and peaks, with snow levels falling to around 1,500-1,800 m at times. Don’t plan a trip around it: mid-elevation snow will be thin and wet, every area is closed bar a limited Sölden glacier opening tomorrow, and warmer weather returns by Monday.
8 Oct 2026
California Ski Resort Opening Dates 2026-27: Mammoth Leads, Tahoe Follows
Mammoth Mountain is first up in California, targeting Friday 13 November after a dusting of September snow. Heavenly and Northstar follow on 20 November, Palisades Tahoe on Wednesday 25 November and Sugar Bowl on 27 November, with Kirkwood on 4 December and June Mountain on 19 December. Plenty of smaller areas have no date yet. A super El Niño favours the Sierra, but a warmer storm track is the catch.
7 Oct 2026
Colorado Ski Resort Opening Dates 2026-27: A-Basin and Keystone Race to Be First
Arapahoe Basin, Keystone and Winter Park are all chasing an October start, though none has a firm date yet. The first dated openers are Breckenridge and Copper on Friday 6 November, then Vail on 13 November, with most of the rest bunched around US Thanksgiving. Hesperus did not open at all last season. A super El Niño offers hope but no guarantee, and forecasters say the southern mountains have the better odds.
5 Oct 2026