Peak Elevation
4,700 ft
1,433 m
Vertical Drop
700 ft
213 m
Skiable Area
54 ac
22 ha
Avg Snowfall
20 in
51 cm
Lifts
3
Hatley Pointe Weather Forecast
About
Hatley Pointe is a ski area in Mars Hill, North Carolina, on the slopes below Big Bald Mountain. It runs from a 3,900-foot base to a 4,700-foot summit, a 700-foot vertical drop, with a quad chairlift and surface lifts serving roughly 21 trails. Opened in 1970 as Wolf Laurel and later renamed Wolf Ridge, it was bought by Deborah and David Hatley in 2023 for 8.4 million dollars and reopened under its current name in November 2024 after 12 million dollars in upgrades.
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Operated by Deborah and David Hatley
Data validated from official sources but may be incomplete or outdated. Always verify with the resort directly.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many lifts does Hatley Pointe have?
Hatley Pointe has 3 ski lifts.
What is the vertical drop at Hatley Pointe?
Hatley Pointe has a vertical drop of 700 feet (213 meters).
What is the peak elevation of Hatley Pointe?
The summit of Hatley Pointe sits at 4,700 feet (1,433 meters) above sea level.
How many trails does Hatley Pointe have?
Hatley Pointe has 21 marked trails.
How big is the skiable terrain at Hatley Pointe?
Hatley Pointe covers 54 acres (22 hectares) of skiable terrain.
Does Hatley Pointe have snowmaking?
Yes, Hatley Pointe has snowmaking to supplement natural snowfall and extend the ski season.
How much snow does Hatley Pointe get each year?
Hatley Pointe averages around 20 inches (51 cm) of snowfall per season.
Does Hatley Pointe have a ski school?
Yes, Hatley Pointe operates a ski and snowboard school offering lessons for a range of ability levels.