Getting to Gore Mountain is easy from across the Northeast. Gore Mountain is the most convenient major ski resort to New York City. At just over four hours drive from Manhattan, Gore is close enough for a weekend getaway. From...
Gore Mountain
The closest big mountain ski resort to New York City, Gore has long been overlooked by skiers heading to Vermont or Lake Placid. Just exactly why that is remains something of a mystery.
Gore Mountain is owned by the State of New York and operated by the Olympic Regional Development Authority, which also operates two other New York ski resorts – Belleayre and Whiteface. As one might expect from a government-run facility, prices tend to be slightly cheaper than many of Gore’s competitors. However, those lower prices belie the fact that Gore is amongst the best ski resorts in the East.
From the summit, skiers can take in long views of the Adirondack High Peaks and Green Mountains. As they descend farther, they ski almost to the banks of the Hudson River. Gore’s scenic appeal is undeniable. However, so too is the quality of its skiing.
No matter how one measures, Gore is serious skiing. Gore boasts skiing on four peaks and seven distinct faces. Its 2537 feet vertical drop is fifth highest in the East; only Whiteface, Smuggler’s Notch, Killington, and Sugarloaf are more prominent. With 444 acres of terrain, it is the largest ski resort in New York state and amongst the largest on the East by acreage.
Gore’s many sides are serviced by a modern and efficient lift network that includes an 8-passenger gondola and two express quads. Wanderers will love Gore as skiing from one trail complex to another leaves skiers with the impression that the resort is even bigger than its already impressive acreage. Recent trail improvements have made navigating easier, though a few notable flat spots still exist.
Expert skiers will enjoy Gore’s 21 gladed trails and its rugged double black diamond trails. Of particular note is The Rumor, which Gore claims to be the steepest trail in the East.
Intermediate skiers can explore each of Gore’s seven faces, but many stick to the excellent, long and varied blue trails of the Northwoods Area. These runs offer a 1,700 feet drop and are served by the Northwoods Gondola. Beginner skiers have more limited options, but can also navigate from the top of the gondola.
Just a few hundred yards from the base of the North Creek Ski Bowl section of the mountain is the village of North Creek. North Creek has a proud history as a ski town. The first ski trains from New York City stopped at Gore in the 1930’s. The village main street is dotted with shops, restaurants and two hotels.
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Gore Mountain's Accommodations options include small inns and hotels in North Creek, but there is no ski in ski out lodging at Gore Mountain. One reason Gore has remained under the radar as an major East Coast ski destination is...
Gore Mountain Ski Area Gore Mountain's skiable terrain is varied and expansive. Four peaks and seven distinct faces spread out the crowds and offer totally different experiences. From the summit steeps of the Straightbrook Area to the family-friendly slopes of...
Gore Mountain Beginners Gore Mountain beginners will enjoy long runs, great vistas and a modern lift network. Gore does not have a tremendous variety of beginner trails, but the green runs Gore does have are both interesting and long. Gore...
Gore Mountain Intermediate Skiing Gore Mountain's intermediate skiing is amongst the best in the Northeast. The Northwoods Area, Gore's main frontside area, offers a tremendous variety of blue runs from winding trails to open slopes. Northwoods Area Intermediate Skiing The...
Gore Mountain Expert Skiing Gore Mountain's expert slopes are steep enough to provide a challenge for any advanced skier. If Gore's expert skiing had a shortcoming, it would be a lack of sustained vertical. Unlike sister resort Whiteface whose black...
Gore Mountain Backcountry & Glades Gore Mountain's glades form a tremendous network of tree-skiing that provides and in-bound backcountry skiing experience. Gore's offers more tree skiing terrain than almost any resort in the East. It also boasts the region's longest...
Gore Mountain Restaurants Gore's mountain restaurants are found entirely at the base areas except for the Saddle Lodge at mid-mountain which affords vistas of the High Peaks. On a clear day, the views of the New York's highest summits makes...
Gore Mountain Village Gore Mountain's village is unique amongst NY ski resorts because the authentic ski town at its base, North Creek, has hosted skiers since the 1930's. The village of North Creek was one of America's first ski towns....
Gore Mountain Apres Ski, Restaurants, & Bars Gore Mountain's apres ski, bar and dining scene is concentrated in North Creek, where skiers will find several cozy bars and restaurants. North Creek has several excellent dining options serving everything from traditional...
Gore Mountain Tubing and Activities Gore Mountain's tubing is the highlight of its activities for non-skiers. The surrounding North Creek community also has a variety of off-slope activities such as nordic skiing and scenic train rides. Gore Mountain Tubing Gore...