With the beginning of winter approaching quickly, there is a whole new bunch of seasonal activities to do that will be opening soon, if not already. The coming of winter brings snow which brings the arrival of snowsports! If you live in Virginia and are looking for some winter thrills, here are five places to ski in Virginia.
Wintergreen Resort
Voted number one in Virginia, Wintergreen is one of the best places for skiing and snowboarding. Wintergreen prides itself on providing the best snow with its state-of-the-art snow blower and the newest skiing and snowboarding equipment; wintergreen is spectacular. Wintergreen sits in the blue ridge mountains, and there is plenty of beauty and fun. With plenty of great options for lodging at the resort or nearby, this is one of the best places to ski in Virginia.
Massanutten Ski Resort
Massanutten is one of the most popular ski resorts in all of Virginia. With 18 different runs with a mix for both beginners and experienced alike, this resort has something for everyone. Massanutten provides Snow tubing and ice skating along with snowboarding and skiing. With a mix of everything, Massanutten is one of the top family resorts. Make sure you place your reservations in advance and get your gear together and prepare to visit one of the busiest and best slopes in Virginia.
Liberty Snow Flex
Liberty snow flex is an exciting place but a little different than the others on this list. Very unique, liberty is not a resort but a year-round skiing and snowboarding opportunity; instead of snow, Liberty Snowflex uses a carpet-like material to mirror the feeling of snow. This 5,000-acre mountain offers skiing, snowboarding, and tubing open year-round and is an excellent area for beginners or more advanced.
Omni Homestead Resort
Located in Hot Springs, Virginia, Omni homestead is a great place to enjoy the snow and winter weather and fulfill any craving for exciting winter sports. Omni Homestead is home to a glorious resort with all kinds of accommodations, including a game room and more than a dozen restaurants. It is also home to a dozen ski runs with primarily intermediate, and beginner runs. Omni Homestead is an
experience for those seeking winter relaxation and those fixing for a thrill.
Bryce Resort
Located 2 hours outside Washington D.C in the Allegheny Mountains, Bryce has some of the best all-around skiing and snowboarding for those who want to travel only a little. With eight trails and 4 for beginners, there is a good balance so the whole family can have fun all day. They also offer private lessons if you need a refresher or are someone just looking to begin. Bryce resort also provides an 800-foot-long slide for snow tubing where you can purchase a 90-minute ticket. Put on your boots and hit the slopes!