Photo: Visit Finger Lakes / CC BY 2.0About Bristol Mountain
Bristol Mountain is a ski resort in New York. It offers 1,200 feet of vertical drop, 39 marked runs. Finger Lakes ski area near Canandaigua with 1,200 feet of vertical, 39 slopes and trails, full snowmaking coverage and 97% night-lighting coverage.
Why Visit Bristol Mountain?
- 39 runs with 1,201ft of vertical drop
- Average annual snowfall of 70"
- 130 skiable acres with terrain for all ability levels
- 5 lifts including chairlift
Where to Stay
Live prices for hotels, condos and homes near Bristol Mountain, plus places we’ve researched.
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Mountain Statistics
2,051ft
Summit Elevation
625m
850ft
Base Elevation
259m
1,201ft
Vertical Drop
366m
130 acres
Skiable Area
52.6 ha
39
Total Runs
2.0mi
Longest Run
3.2km
5
Lifts
70"
Avg. Snowfall
178cm annually
How Bristol Mountain compares
Terrain Breakdown
20%
40%
25%
15%
●Beginner
20% of trails
■Intermediate
40% of trails
◆Advanced
25% of trails
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◆◆Expert
15% of trails
Trail Map
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Season & Operating Hours
Last season (2025–26)
Opening DayDecember 5, 2025
Closing DayMarch 25, 2026
Status Closed for the season
This season’s dates are set by the resort — check its official site for opening day.
Getting to Bristol Mountain
By Car
Bristol Mountain is in New York, USA. Tap the button below for turn-by-turn directions from where you are.
Get DirectionsGPS Coordinates
Latitude42.7300
Longitude-77.4100
RegionNew York, USA
Lift Tickets
The rest of your Bristol Mountain trip — for lodging, see Where to Stay above.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Opening and closing dates are set by the resort each season, so check its official site for this year's dates. Bristol Mountain averages 70" of snowfall a year.
Bristol Mountain rates 20% of its terrain as beginner, across 39 marked runs. Check the resort's site for its ski school and learning areas.
Bristol Mountain averages 70" of snowfall a season, with a summit elevation of 2,051 ft.
Bristol Mountain is located in New York, USA. Use the "Get Directions" button at the top of this page for turn-by-turn directions from where you are. GPS coordinates: 42.73, -77.41.
The Where to Stay section near the top of this page shows live prices for hotels, condos and vacation rentals around Bristol Mountain, plus any places we've researched.
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