Winter is coming, New Yorkers! It’s time to dust off those skis and snowboards and get ready for an icy epic season on the slopes. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a first-time rider, hitting the slopes from NYC may be easier than you think. Let’s dive into the best ski resorts, equipment rentals, transportation options, and so you can shred in and out of the city this winter.

Best Day Trip Ski Resorts from NYC

Mountain Creek, NJ

• Just 90 minutes from NYC
• 167 acres of skiable terrain
• 46 trails for all skill levels
• Daily lift pass weekend/holidays: $119.99 | midweek: $89.99
• Not included in Epic or Ikon Pass
• Website: https://www.mountaincreek.com/

Windham Mountain, NY

• 2.5 hours from NYC
• 285 acres of skiable terrain
• 54 trails and 11 lifts
• Daily lift pass $95-$225
• Included in Ikon Pass
• Website: https://www.windhammountain.com/

Hunter Mountain, NY

• 2.5 hours from NYC
• 320 acres of skiable terrain
• 67 trails and 13 lifts
• Daily lift pass starts at $87
• Included in Epic Pass
• Website: https://www.huntermtn.com/

Camelback Mountain, PA

• 2 hours from NYC
• 166 acres of skiable terrain
• 39 trails and 16 lifts
• Daily lift pass starts at $90
• Included in Ikon Pass
• Website: https://www.camelbackresort.com/

Thunder Ridge Ski Area, NY

• 1 hour from NYC
• 100 acres of skiable terrain
• 22 trails and 3 lifts
• Daily lift pass weekend/holidays: $79 | midweek: $50
• Not include in Epic or Ikon Pass
• Website: https://thunderridgeski.com/

Weekend Getaway Ski Resorts

Killington Resort, VT

• 4.5 hours from NYC
• Largest ski area in the East
• 155 trails and 22 lifts
• Daily lift pass $115-$199
• Included in Ikon Pass
• Website: https://www.killington.com/

Stowe Mountain Resort, VT

• 5.5 hours from NYC
• 116 trails and 12 lifts
• Charming New England town
• Daily lift pass starts at $89
• Included in Epic Pass
• Website: https://www.stowe.com/

Whiteface Mountain, NY

• 5 hours from NYC
• Olympic-level terrain
• 90 trails and 11 lifts
• Daily lift pass $129
• Not included in Epic or Ikon Pass
• Website: https://whiteface.com/

Gore Mountain, NY

• 4 hours from NYC
• 110 trails and 14 lifts
• 2,537 feet of vertical drop
• Daily lift pass $119
• Not included in Epic or Ikon Pass
• Website: https://goremountain.com/

Mount Snow, VT

• 4 hours from NYC
• 86 trails and 20 lifts
• Excellent terrain parks
• Daily lift pass starts at $87
• Included in Epic Pass
• Website: https://www.mountsnow.com/

Epic vs. Ikon Pass: Which is Right for You?

For New York and Northeast skiers, the Ikon Pass offers a stronger selection of resorts in the region, including Killington, Stratton, Sugarbush, and Windham Mountain. However, the Epic Pass includes popular destinations like Hunter Mountain and Mount Snow, which are closer to NYC for day trips.

NYC Ski and Snowboard Rental Shops

Paragon Sports

• Address: 867 Broadway, New York, NY 10003
• Website: https://www.paragonsports.com/
• Adult ski package: $400/season

Panda Sports

• Address: 9213 5th Ave. Brooklyn, NY 11209
• Website: https://www.pandasportdirect.com
• Adult ski package: $280/season

Getting to the Slopes

Car Rentals:

Turo

• Peer-to-peer car sharing platform
• Website: https://turo.com/
• Pros: Often cheaper than traditional rentals, wide variety of vehicles
• Cons: Insurance can be more complicated, potential for last-minute cancellations

Zipcar

• Membership-based car sharing service
• Website: https://www.zipcar.com/
• Pros: Convenient for short trips, includes gas and insurance
• Cons: Requires membership fee, limited to shorter rentals[16]

Traditional Rental Companies

• Enterprise, Hertz, Avis
• Pros: Reliable, wide availability, loyalty programs
• Cons: Can be more expensive, especially for one-way rentals

Bus Services:

OvRride

• All-inclusive ski trip packages from NYC
• Website: https://ovrride.com/
• Prices: $100 (Weekdays), $120 (Weekends), $130 (Holidays)[13]
• Includes roundtrip transportation, breakfast, and lift ticket

Urban Sherpa Travel

• Day trips to various resorts
• Website: https://urbansherpatravel.com/
• Offers trips to Hunter, Windham, and other nearby resorts

Train Options:

Metro-North Ski Train to Thunder Ridge Ski Area

• Departs from Grand Central Terminal
• Package includes rail fare, lift ticket, and shuttle to/from the train station
• Price: $63.50 for the Thunder Ski Metro-North Getaway Package[

Amtrak to Ski Resorts

• Website: https://www.amtrak.com
• Amtrak gets close to many of the ski resorts on the east coast, be sure to arrange a transfer for yourself from the train station to your accommodations.

Ski Resort	Closest Station	Train Time from NYC	Station -> Mountain
Berkshire East Mountain	Greenfield	6 hours	25 minutes
Bolton Valley	Essex-Junction Burlington	9.5 hours	30 minutes
Catamount Mountain	Hudson	2.5 hours	30 minutes
Cochran’s	Essex-Junction Burlington	9.5 hours	20 minutes
Green Peak Mountain	Syracuse	5.5 hours	1 hour
Jay Peak	St. Albans	10.5 hours	1 hour
Mount Peter	Harriman	1.5 hours	20 minutes
Okemo	Rutland	5.5 hours	40 minutes
Stowe	Waterbury-Stowe	8.5 Hours	25 minutes

Sylvain Ski Getaways

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