Photo: Schezar / CC BY 2.0About Hunter Mountain
Hunter Mountain is a ski resort in New York. It offers 1,600 feet of vertical drop, 320 skiable acres, 67 marked runs, served by 12 lifts. Hunter's first season was 1960. Snowmaking began in that first season, expanded top-to-bottom by 1967 and reached all trails by 1980. The current official profile lists three glade areas and three terrain parks in addition to the 67 named trails.
Why Visit Hunter Mountain?
- 67 runs with 1,601ft of vertical drop
- Average annual snowfall of 60"
- 320 skiable acres with terrain for all ability levels
- 12 lifts including chairlift
Where to Stay
Live prices for hotels, condos and homes near Hunter Mountain, plus places we’ve researched.
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Mountain Statistics
3,199ft
Summit Elevation
975m
1,601ft
Base Elevation
488m
1,601ft
Vertical Drop
488m
320 acres
Skiable Area
129.5 ha
67
Total Runs
2.0mi
Longest Run
3.2km
12
Lifts
60"
Avg. Snowfall
152cm annually
How Hunter Mountain compares
Terrain Breakdown
25%
30%
45%
●Beginner
25% of trails
■Intermediate
30% of trails
◆Advanced / Expert
45% of trails
Trail Map
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Season & Operating Hours
Last season (2025–26)
Opening DayNovember 15, 2025
Closing DayApril 5, 2026
Status Closed for the season
This season’s dates are set by the resort — check its official site for opening day.
Getting to Hunter Mountain
By Car
Hunter Mountain is in New York, USA. Tap the button below for turn-by-turn directions from where you are.
Get DirectionsGPS Coordinates
Latitude42.2042
Longitude-74.2231
RegionNew York, USA
Lift Tickets
The rest of your Hunter Mountain 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. Hunter Mountain averages 60" of snowfall a year.
Hunter Mountain rates 25% of its terrain as beginner, across 67 marked runs. Check the resort's site for its ski school and learning areas.
Hunter Mountain averages 60" of snowfall a season, with a summit elevation of 3,199 ft.
Hunter 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: 42.2042, -74.2231.
The Where to Stay section near the top of this page shows live prices for hotels, condos and vacation rentals around Hunter Mountain, plus any places we've researched.
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