About Berkshire East
Berkshire East is a ski resort in Massachusetts. It offers 1,180 feet of vertical drop, 180 skiable acres, 45 marked runs, served by 5 lifts, with an average of about 110" of snow a year. Berkshire East says it generates 100% of its power on site through a solar facility and wind turbine.
Why Visit Berkshire East?
- 45 runs with 1,181ft of vertical drop
- Average annual snowfall of 110"
- 180 skiable acres with terrain for all ability levels
- 5 lifts including chairlift, surface
Where to Stay
Live prices for hotels, condos and homes near Berkshire East, plus places we’ve researched.
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Mountain Statistics
1,841ft
Summit Elevation
561m
801ft
Base Elevation
244m
1,181ft
Vertical Drop
360m
180 acres
Skiable Area
72.84 ha
45
Total Runs
13200.0mi
Longest Run
21243.34km
5
Lifts
110"
Avg. Snowfall
279cm annually
How Berkshire East compares
Terrain Breakdown
30%
35%
35%
●Beginner
30% of trails
■Intermediate
35% of trails
◆Advanced / Expert
35% of trails
Trail Map
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Season & Operating Hours
Last season (2025–26)
Opening DayDecember 5, 2025
Closing DayMarch 30, 2026
Status Closed for the season
This season’s dates are set by the resort — check its official site for opening day.
Getting to Berkshire East
By Car
Berkshire East is in Massachusetts, USA. Tap the button below for turn-by-turn directions from where you are.
Get DirectionsGPS Coordinates
Latitude42.6250
Longitude-72.8756
RegionMassachusetts, USA
Lift Tickets
The rest of your Berkshire East trip — for lodging, see Where to Stay above.
Nearby Resorts
Frequently Asked Questions
Opening and closing dates are set by the resort each season, so check its official site for this year's dates. Berkshire East averages 110" of snowfall a year.
Berkshire East rates 30% of its terrain as beginner, across 45 marked runs. Check the resort's site for its ski school and learning areas.
Berkshire East averages 110" of snowfall a season, with a summit elevation of 1,841 ft.
Berkshire East is located in Massachusetts, USA. Use the "Get Directions" button at the top of this page for turn-by-turn directions from where you are. GPS coordinates: 42.625, -72.8756.
Our where-to-stay guide for Berkshire East compares every base area — who each suits, which lifts it's near, and named places to stay — with live prices. You'll find it in the Where to Stay section near the top of this page.
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