Mountain Review: Mount Sunapee
While it’s not ideal for a true weekend getaway, this south-central New Hampshire resort is a solid option for a family-friendly day trip.
Mountain Review: Snowshoe
Despite its messy layout and crowds, this West Virginia resort’s impressive snow quality and vertical descent are unmatched anywhere else in the Mid-Atlantic.
Mountain Review: Castle Mountain
Though somewhat lacking in facilities and lift infrastructure, this Western Canadian resort offers fantastic snow conditions, unique terrain, and incredible views when it's clear.
Mountain Review: Marmot Basin
One of the most striking, remote ski resorts in Canada offers an under-the-radar, albeit smaller, alternative to more popular destinations in North America.
Mountain Review: Willamette Pass
Eugene's closest ski resort functions more as a local's mountain than a regional contender, but it does offer varied terrain and impressive snowfall for a relatively cheap price.
Mountain Review: Steamboat
While it’s not the most striking ski resort in the world, standout tree terrain and significant recent lift and terrain improvements help this northern Colorado resort hold its own against the other destinations.
Mountain Review: 49 Degrees North
Despite its dated lift infrastructure and rural setting, this Northeast Washington resort offers impressive intermediate and advanced terrain at a reasonable price.
Mountain Review: Mount Ashland
This southern Oregon resort suffers from its tiny size and dated infrastructure, though surprisingly extensive advanced terrain and great views help it stand out among local resorts.
Mountain Review: Peek’n Peak
This Western New York ski resort offers a good value for beginners, but the mountain lacks the challenge or aesthetic to compete with many other East Coast resorts.
Mountain Review: Holiday Valley
Strong natural snowfall and varied terrain make this Western New York resort a strong local option, but a short vertical drop and complicated layout prevent it from competing with bigger East Coast destinations.