How to Go Skiing in Belleayre Mountain, New York

Open since 1885, Belleayre Mountain, New York offers excellent skiing that is only about 130 miles from New York City. Before the first chair lift opened in 1949, skiers used to make the trip up the mountain to experience the fresh snow by hiking. Belleayre has grown considerably since then, making it much easier to book your ski trip--with no hiking required!

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• A computer with Internet access

Book Lodging at Belleayre Mountain

1. Book lodging by visiting the Belleayre Mountain Web site (see Resources below), or by calling them directly at [phone].
2. Reserve a lodging package midweek to save the most money. Be aware that many of these deals are not available during national holidays.
3. Stay at one of the many area inns, hotels or Bed & Breakfasts. You can even rent a lodge or cabin. Depending on the level of accommodation you select, prices can vary from cheap to expensive.

Get to Know Belleayre Mountain

4. Land at the Albany International Airport in Albany, New York. Take the I-87 South to Exit 19, Kingston, then Route 28 West to Highmount. The drive is a little under 2 hours.
5. Take the Adirondack Trailways Ski Bus. It leaves daily from the Port Authority in New York City and includes a lift ticket. Overnight packages are available and include lodging and shuttle service.
6. Know that Belleayre Mountain's vertical drop is 1,404 feet. There are 171 skiable acres, and the longest run measures 12,024 feet.
7. Enjoy 47 trails, glades and parks to choose from. Belleayre Mountain offers trails for skiers of all levels. A quarter of them are perfect for newcomers, while 50 percent are designed for intermediate skiers.

Prepare for the Slopes at Belleayre Mountain

8. Check the Belleayre Mountain snow report by visiting their Web site and clicking on the "Snow Info" tab (see Resources below).
9. Purchase lift tickets, ski packages and season passes directly from the Belleayre Mountain Web site (see Resources below).
10. Get into the action by signing up for Belleayre Mountain's Race Program. Kids and adults can improve their competitive skiing abilities, whether they are newcomers or seasoned skiers.
11. Know that Bellayre Mountain also offers an Adaptive Snowsports Program, designed for disabled individuals.

Tips & Warnings

• Book your ski trip online to save time and money. There are often specials that are only available online.
• Check weather conditions prior to booking your trip. Slopes are open based on daily weather activity.

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