About Plattekill
Plattekill is a ski resort in New York. It offers 1,100 feet of vertical drop, 41 marked runs, served by 4 lifts, with an average of about 175" of snow a year. Operates Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and holidays in its published winter calendar. The mountain spans 1,100 vertical feet with a two-mile longest run.
Why Visit Plattekill?
- 41 runs with 1,099ft of vertical drop
- Average annual snowfall of 175"
- 70 skiable acres with terrain for all ability levels
- 4 lifts including chairlift, surface
Where to Stay
Live prices for hotels, condos and homes near Plattekill, plus places we’ve researched.
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Mountain Statistics
3,501ft
Summit Elevation
1,067m
2,402ft
Base Elevation
732m
1,099ft
Vertical Drop
335m
70 acres
Skiable Area
28.3 ha
41
Total Runs
2.0mi
Longest Run
3.22km
4
Lifts
175"
Avg. Snowfall
445cm annually
How Plattekill compares
Terrain Breakdown
20%
40%
40%
●Beginner
20% of trails
■Intermediate
40% of trails
◆Advanced / Expert
40% of trails
Trail Map
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Season & Operating Hours
Last season (2025–26)
Opening DayDecember 10, 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 Plattekill
By Car
Plattekill is in New York, USA. Tap the button below for turn-by-turn directions from where you are.
Get DirectionsGPS Coordinates
Latitude42.2597
Longitude-74.6186
RegionNew York, USA
Lift Tickets
The rest of your Plattekill 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. Plattekill averages 175" of snowfall a year.
Plattekill rates 20% of its terrain as beginner, across 41 marked runs. Check the resort's site for its ski school and learning areas.
Plattekill averages 175" of snowfall a season, with a summit elevation of 3,501 ft.
Plattekill 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: 42.2597, -74.6186.
The Where to Stay section near the top of this page shows live prices for hotels, condos and vacation rentals around Plattekill, plus any places we've researched.
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