Alpine Ski Destination

At Gore Mountain, there are 88 Alpine and Glade trails, and this makes it a great destination for recreational and serious skiers. There is over 2,3000 vertical feet of skiing, and every year Gore seems to improve. The Burnt Ridge Mountain Trails of Gore have been expanded and the snowmaking on the Sagamore trail means long days of thrilling runs. Eight different lifts, including a state of the art, high-speed quad known as the Northwoods Gondola means fewer waiting times at the lifts. In addition to skiing, there are eight snowshoeing and cross country trails.

Guests can visit the Ski Bowl for a great time tubing, skiing, and riding. This area is not located right on the property of Gore Mountain, but nearby, the North Creek Ski Bowl offers tons of winter sport fun. There is food available at the Ski Bowl including pizza and snacks, and a lot of families choose to hold children's parties and family celebrations at the Ski Bowl. Hours are Friday evenings and Saturday and Sunday all day, and holidays from 11 am until 9 pm. Lift service is available for tubing and can be purchased for $16 for two hours of fun. There are 800-foot chutes, all serviced by a handle tow lift. There is lighting to make evening tubing fun and safe. If you want to experience skiing and snowboarding during the day and at twilight, North Creek Ski Bowl and Gore offer tons of family-friendly slope time.

There are special events on the regular basis including a dinner special that includes a Friday night of tubing along with a meal. For $20, you receive two full hours of tubing plus your dinner. Meal choices vary but includes pizza rolls and a beverage, baked ziti and a beverage, or BBQ bowl night, which includes a half rack of ribs and a beverage. Remember, these are non-alcoholic drinks included with your meal.

If you want to turn your ski day into a vacation, there are plenty of lodging options in the area. An Adirondack getaway may be just what you and the entire family need for a break from the daily grind. Gore offers numerous ski and stay packages where you receive a discount on both skiing and a hotel stay. The luxurious Adirondack Lodge is a rustic mountain getaway that features plenty of non-ski activities, as well as delicious gourmet dining options.

In addition to the Lodge, there are numerous hotels and resorts in the area, as well as comfortable mountain inns and vacation rental homes. No matter how much you can afford and how long you are planning to stay, there is a lodging option for you. You can also spend time perusing the pubs and restaurants of the Adirondacks. From hearty dishes that are great after a day of winter skiing, or light meals before a fun day on the slopes, everything can be found in the Adirondacks, and it is all within just a few minutes of Gore Mountain. Your whole family will love a trip to the mountain and a ski vacation.