How to Go Skiing in Sapphire Valley, North Carolina

Tucked away in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina, Sapphire Valley is part of a large, year-round resort with incredible mountain ranges, fine dining and big-city amenities. Terrific for individuals, couples or families, Sapphire Valley strives to provide visitors with a one-of-a-kind vacation experience.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• Computer with Internet access
• Valid credit card

Search for Accommodations Near Sapphire Valley

1. Book accommodations via the Sapphire Valley Ski Area Web site (see Resources below) or call 1-800-722-3956 or 1-800-533-8268.
2. Book local accommodations in the surrounding area at the SkiNC Web site (see Resources below).
3. Stay at one of the ski area's own lodges to be near all of the action. Sapphire Valley has affordable lodges available for visitors. Available year-round, these lodges come with beautiful views over the mountains, golf courses and full-service kitchens.
4. Save money with a vacation rental near Sapphire Valley. There are dozens of private rentals, as well as several real estate agencies representing vacation homes. Prices range from inexpensive to moderate.
5. Book a ski and stay package with one of the local hotels. You'll find the rates for these packages are more affordable than booking accommodations and tickets separately, which leaves you with more money to enjoy the amenities found at Sapphire Valley.

Prepare for Your Ski Trip to Sapphire Valley

6. Learn to ski at Sapphire Valley. The North Carolina resort features 2 ski lifts, designed for beginner and intermediate skiers.
7. Bring a car with you to Sapphire Valley. Whether you have your own, or want to rent one from a local agency, you'll find a car is a necessity at Sapphire Valley. The sheer size of the resort makes it impossible to explore solely on foot.
8. Check the local snow report at the Sapphire Valley Ski Resort Web site.
9. Get ready to coast down 2 runs and a 200-foot vertical drop.

Book Your Ski Trip to Sapphire Valley

10. Contact Sapphire Valley directly to learn more about available ski packages for your trip. You can book your package directly over the phone at the numbers above.
11. Purchase your individual lift tickets when you arrive at Sapphire Valley. This will save you on postage costs, and will also leave your vacation plans a little more open.
12. Save your previous lift tickets. Once you've visited Sapphire Valley 5 times, you won't need to book a sixth ticket--it's free! Your old tickets can be exchanged for a free ticket valid for 1 day of skiing.
13. Book a flight to the Charlotte Douglas Airport in North Carolina, about 100 miles from Sapphire Mountain.

Tips & Warnings

• It's simple to request information directly from the ski area when you book online.
• The SkiNC Web site does not offer a phone number for booking.