Snow Reports
Cataloochee Ski Area
Ski Area hours are 8:30 AM – 10:00 PM.
Rain in the forecasts today. Snowmaking will resume Sunday, as soon as temperatures allow.
Tube World sessions are at 10:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 2:00 PM, 4:00 PM, 6:00 PM, and 8:00 PM.
This Resort is Currently: Open
Snowmaking in Progress: No
Average Base: 30″ – 43″
Number of Slopes Open: 13
Number of Lifts Open: 5
Terrain Park(s) Open: 1 (with 6 Features)
Night Skiing/Snowboarding Tonight: Yes
Tubing is OPEN
Appalachian Ski Mtn
This Resort is Currently: Open
Snowmaking in Progress: No
Opening Date: November 29, 2025
Average Base: 24″-50″
Number of Slopes Open: 10
Number of Lifts Open: 5
Machine Snow Over Previous 24 Hours: 0
Natural Snow Over Previous 24 Hours: 0
Terrain Park(s) Open: 3 (with 9 Features)
Night Skiing/Snowboarding Tonight: Yes
Ice Skating is OPEN
Anticipated Closing Day: March 15, 2026
Sugar Mountain Resort
Snowmaking is in progress.
Ice skating is open with sessions at 10am, 12pm, 2pm, 4pm, 6pm, and 8pm.
Tubing is open with sessions at 10am, 12pm, 2pm, 4pm, 6pm, and 8pm.
This Resort is Currently: Open
Snowmaking in Progress: Yes
Opening Date: November 11, 2025
Average Base: 20″ – 50″
Number of Slopes Open: 10
Number of Lifts Open: 4
Night Skiing/Snowboarding Tonight: Yes
Tubing is OPEN
Ice Skating is OPEN
Beech Mountain Resort
Open to the top of the mountain from 9AM-10PM. Slope Pass required to be on the snow (Ski Area).
Ski on open terrain only, do not duck a rope or go past a closed sign.
Terrain Park in For Pete’s Sake with the Tow Rope running.
Tubing is open with 3 lanes and sessions at 10AM, 12PM, 2PM, 4PM, 6PM, and 8PM (conditions could be slow).
The Lodge, Play Yard Provisions, 5506′ Skybar, Village Coffee and Arcade, The Brewhouse, The Taproom and Grill, Retail, Rentals, and Ski School all open.
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Join us tonight for live music with Of Good Nature at 8PM The Taproom and Grill.
This Resort is Currently: Open
Snowmaking in Progress: No
Opening Date: December 5, 2025
Average Base: 30″-40″
Number of Slopes Open: 12
Number of Lifts Open: 7
Terrain Park(s) Open: 1 (with 9 Features)
Night Skiing/Snowboarding Tonight: Yes
Tubing is OPEN
Anticipated Closing Day: March 14, 2026
Hatley Pointe
This Resort is Currently: Closed
Snowmaking in Progress: No
A world apart in quality and service, Hatley Pointe is dedicated to creating an exceptional guest experience. Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains, our boutique resort offers seasonal events, summer concerts, and mountain dining at Smoke & Timber. Step into the lodge for a fresh pour from Steeps Coffee & Juicery, or browse curated styles—including lululemon—at South Knit, our signature retail shop.
Sapphire Valley Ski Area
Welcome to Sapphire Valley Ski AreaSapphire Valley is the perfect destination for family-friendly snow sports and an ideal place for beginners to learn skiing or snowboarding in a welcoming, relaxed environment.For even more fun, visit Frozen Falls Tube Park, where guests of all ages can enjoy an exciting tubing experience on our snowy lanes.Hours of OperationSki AreaFriday – Sunday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PMFrozen Falls Tube ParkThursday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PMFriday – Sunday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PMHoliday HoursOpen on Martin Luther King Jr. DayOpen on Presidents Day
This Resort is Currently: Open
Snowmaking in Progress: No
Opening Date: December 13, 2025
Average Base: 20″
Number of Slopes Open: 2
Number of Lifts Open: 3
Machine Snow Over Previous 24 Hours: 0
Natural Snow Over Previous 24 Hours: 0
Terrain Park(s) Open: 0 (with 0 Features)
Night Skiing/Snowboarding Tonight: No
Tubing is OPEN
