
Holiday Valley
Holiday Valley brings the best of skiing and snowboarding to Western New York, spread across 290 acres of engaging terrain. With 60 diverse trails spanning four distinct faces of the mountain, the resort creates an immersive experience for all skill levels. The vibrant atmosphere of nearby Ellicottville, combined with the mountain's varied terrain and modern facilities, makes Holiday Valley a standout destination in the region.
Live Holiday Valley Webcams
Holiday Cindy's Summit
The Holiday Valley webcam at Cindy's Summit provides a direct view down one of the resort's signature runs, giving you a real-time look at conditions from summit to base.
Holiday Valley's lift system features 13 modern lifts, including multiple high-speed quads, ensuring quick and efficient mountain access. The thoughtfully designed lift network serves all terrain areas effectively, minimizing wait times and maximizing slope time. With snowmaking coverage on 95% of terrain, the resort maintains consistent conditions through the winter season, supported by sophisticated automated systems.
Holiday Valley Resort Elevation
Trails
Total Runs
60
Total Area
290 ac
117.4 ha
Location
Set in the charming village of Ellicottville, New York, Holiday Valley combines excellent skiing with small-town charm. The resort's location, just 50 miles south of Buffalo and three hours from Toronto, makes it easily accessible for both weekend trips and extended stays. Ellicottville's vibrant downtown, filled with restaurants, shops, and après-ski venues, creates a complete mountain town experience minutes from the slopes.
Holiday Valley
, new-york
Season Info
Holiday Valley shines throughout all four seasons. Winter brings over 180 inches of annual snowfall, enhanced by comprehensive snowmaking. Spring skiing offers sunny days and perfect corn snow conditions. Summer transforms the resort into an outdoor playground with an aerial adventure park, mountain biking, and golf. Fall presents spectacular foliage views and ideal hiking conditions across the resort's extensive trail network.
Current Season
2024 - 2025
Opening Day
12/6/2024
Closing Day
4/13/2025
Days Open
129
Annual Snowfall
Metric
3.25m
325cm
Imperial
10.7ft
128in
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