Peak Elevation
3,429 ft
1,045 m
Vertical Drop
1,404 ft
428 m
Skiable Area
171 ac
69 ha
Avg Snowfall
150 in
381 cm
Lifts
9
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About
Belleayre Mountain sits in Catskill Park near Highmount, New York, and is owned and operated by the state's Olympic Regional Development Authority. The mountain rises to a 3,429 foot summit for a 1,404 foot vertical drop, with 62 trails across 171 skiable acres served by four chairlifts and one gondola. Built by the state starting in 1949 after a public referendum, it opened in January 1950 as New York's first state-operated ski center, debuting the state's first chairlift.
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Operated by Olympic Regional Development Authority
Data validated from official sources but may be incomplete or outdated. Always verify with the resort directly.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many lifts does Belleayre Mountain have?
Belleayre Mountain has 9 ski lifts, with a combined uphill capacity of approximately 12,980 riders per hour.
What is the vertical drop at Belleayre Mountain?
Belleayre Mountain has a vertical drop of 1,404 feet (428 meters).
What is the peak elevation of Belleayre Mountain?
The summit of Belleayre Mountain sits at 3,429 feet (1,045 meters) above sea level.
How many trails does Belleayre Mountain have?
Belleayre Mountain has 62 marked trails.
How big is the skiable terrain at Belleayre Mountain?
Belleayre Mountain covers 171 acres (69 hectares) of skiable terrain.
Does Belleayre Mountain offer night skiing?
No, Belleayre Mountain does not offer night skiing.
Does Belleayre Mountain have snowmaking?
Yes, Belleayre Mountain has snowmaking to supplement natural snowfall and extend the ski season.
How much snow does Belleayre Mountain get each year?
Belleayre Mountain averages around 150 inches (381 cm) of snowfall per season.