Mountain and winter sports The United States Of America

Vast complex extending on California and Nevada. The panorama is grandiose. On the California side, South Lake Tahoe and the lake, on the Nevada side, Carson City and the desert behind. It is the^2nd largest ski area in the United States. The resort is known for its intermediate slopes, and for Milky Way, one of the few off-piste areas in the region. Finally, the area has a run designed for experts: Gun Barrel. In the summer, the resort is full of exciting and fun activities for the whole family.

The second largest ski area in Lake Tahoe, after Heavenly, but probably the most complete resort. Free shuttles to Lake Tahoe. The 1960 Olympic Winter Games were held on this domain and skier Jean Vuarnet won the gold medal in downhill skiing.

Known for its abundant snow and varied terrain, Alpine Meadows is known to be the station of the premises.

Utah's largest ski area, and soon the largest in the United States where 40% of the tracks are destined for experts.

This is the resort for snowboarders and families looking for an easy ski getaway. You'll find some of the best powder in the area, and exceptional runs throughout the resort. Pass through snowy forests. The little village is cute and far from the big resorts. Plus, it's a lively resort, with many events organized all year round, summer and winter. You will find on the website real time information about the weather conditions and a live cam. Nice find in Sierra Nevada!

The largest cross-country ski area in the United States welcomes you with its 330 km of trails on nearly 2,500 hectares, and 6 different trail systems (and also 8 heated huts). The animals have their own trail. A connecting trail leads to the Sugar Bowl resort. Skate skiing and snowboarding lessons are available. The website is full of information, such as temperatures, a live cam and an interactive map with all the resort information. You won't get lost!

It's the ski resort of the Lake District. In winter, enthusiasts enjoy downhill skiing and 55 ski runs for all levels (limited number of people in the area). There's even night skiing, as well as cross-country skiing, tubing, ski jumping, snowshoeing and more. In summer, the resort organizes segway tours, zip-lines and accrobranche, among other activities. Gunstock Mountain Resort is a very complete resort, with something for every member of the family.

This is the region's ski resort, offering 61 downhill ski runs for all levels, as well as mogul fields for snowboarding and snowboarding. Enough to delight slope enthusiasts! While winter is of course the best time to visit, the resort also has a lot to offer in fine weather, when it becomes the starting point for horseback riding, hiking and cycling tours. The Gondola Skyride cable car takes you to the top of Loon Peak to admire the view. Tickets are valid for the entire day of purchase.

Just east of Great Barrington, a ten minute drive from downtown, Ski Butternut is a vast ski area located on Mount Warner. The resort's name comes from the large number of butternut trees that populate the forests surrounding the mountain. The ski area has 22 trails for all levels and 11 lifts. It also offers many activities for children, such as tubing. In the summer, you can enjoy the Berkshires Arts Festival concerts.

This is one of the main attractions of the region, its landscapes are breathtaking, and for good reason: it is part of the Green Mountain National Forest! In Southern Vermont, Mount Snow Resort is one of the most popular resorts for skiing in the winter or hiking, mountain biking and golfing in the summer. You can opt for the luxury option and stay at the huge resort, which is also one of the oldest in the area. The ski area covers 2.4 km2 and includes 86 slopes of varying difficulty.

Woodstock ski resort boasts 23 ski trails of varying difficulty. Here you'll find the first cable car in the United States, built in 1934. Long known as the "Suicide Six" (with no connection to the topography of the area or any unfortunate event), the resort was renamed the "Saskadena Six" in 2022. For the record, this is the location of the country's oldest ski race, the Fisk Trophy Race, first held in 1937 and regarded by local skiers as a rite of passage.

Northstar is by far the most upscale resort on Lake Tahoe. Located on the north side of the lake, it covers more than 1,200 acres with a 690-meter vertical drop. Built on the site of a former local sawmill, the area includes 93 trails, some of which are dedicated to cross-country skiing, a village, hotels and other accommodations. In summer, Northstar offers outdoor activities and an 18-hole golf course. Lift prices are a bit higher, but the park and its scenery - with panoramic mountain views - are beautiful.

Here you can rent equipment for whatever season: canoe or fishing boat rental in summer, and snowmobile rental in winter. The hotel is also a lodge and can be an excellent option thanks to the amount of activities and equipment that can be found there. The must: during the beautiful season it is possible to rent houseboats, boats in which you can stay and which understand everything, including a kitchenette. In luxury, the Tour is even equipped with a whirlpool bath!

Three miles from Lutsen is the largest ski area in the American Midwest. Lutsen Mountains has ninety-five trails for all levels. It encompasses four mountains: Eagle Mountain, Ullr Mountain, Mystery Mountain and Moose Mountain, the largest of which offers spectacular views of Lake Superior. The ski season is longer than at most Midwestern resorts: it starts in November and usually ends in mid-April. In summer, the area is ideal for hiking.

This is the main attraction of the region! Spread over six peaks, the Sugarbush ski resort animates the village of Warren and its surroundings in winter. It includes 111 ski slopes and allows off-piste skiing. Although it is particularly popular in winter, the place is not deserted in summer: people come here to hike with pleasure, or to go mountain biking. The resort also has a hotel, restaurants and shops. Everything to live a few days of holidays in total autonomy, and enjoy privileged panoramas.

Stowe ski resort is internationally renowned. Along with Killington, it is considered the best in Vermont. This is partly due to the quality of its snow, which is very well maintained, and partly due to its ultra-modern infrastructure. The lifts and other chairlifts are brand new and there is little queuing, as the flow of skiers is well managed, not to mention the fact that it is home to the highest mountain in the state! With 116 slopes, the resort welcomes an average of 15,000 people a day in high season.

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This hiking and mountaineering club is the oldest outdoor organization in the United States for all ages. It is responsible for maintaining Appalachian hiking trails and can answer any questions about them. These are the contact details for the Boston headquarters, but there are local offices in most New England states. Information is available on the website. In English.

Situated at an altitude of 2,594 meters, this resort, sometimes called the Las Vegas Ski and Snowboard Resort, offers some 30 slopes each winter for the enjoyment of ski and snowboard enthusiasts. There's also a snowtubing run for non-skiers, open until March. In summer, visitors can explore the hiking trails of the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, or take a chairlift to the top of the mountain. Bar and cafeteria on site.