If you’re a winter sports enthusiast, Chattanooga may not seem like the prime location for finding fresh snow. Don’t let that discourage you though; there are several ski resorts within driving distance you can enjoy all winter long!
Ski Resorts Close to Chattanooga
Ober Gatlinburg – Clocking in at right under three hours from Chattanooga, Ober Gatlinburg is the closest and most well known ski resort in relation to the Scenic City. This snow village sits atop Gatlinburg, TN and is a snow skier’s dream, especially with your family in tow. Offering skiing, snowboarding, snow tubing, ice skating, and lessons, you can spend your days playing in the snow. Don’t worry; even if there hasn’t been any real snow during the season, they pump in fake snow to keep visitors happy. There are endless lodging and restaurant options to top off your weekend.
Adult: $84
Sapphire Valley – This ski resort in North Carolina offers skiing, snowboarding, and tubing. They also have a ski school, lodging, and dining options on site!
Adult: $98
Appalachian Ski Mountain – Located in Blowing Rock, NC, this ski resort offers everything you need. Lodging, restaurants, lessons for the whole family, and a nursery for young children. You can stay on the property your entire trip and never get in the car. This location is about 5 hours away from Chattanooga.
Adult: $76
Cataloochee Ski Area – Locating in Maggie Valley, NC this is another nearby ski resort that can meet your skiing needs. Lessons, group rates, lodging, and equipment rental are all available at this popular resort. This North Carolina spot is a bit closer, coming in at 3.5 hours away from Chattanooga.
Adult: $68 4 hour/$83 6 hour
Hately Pointe Mountain Ski Resort – This large resort is located in Mars Hill, NC. They offer everything your family needs: lodging, snow school, lessons, tubing, and more! This winter hot spot is 4 hours away. This is another spot that has everything you need…you won’t have to leave the mountain!
Sugar Mountain Ski Resort – This popular winter resort in Sugar Mountain, NC offers skiing, snowboarding, tubing, ice skating, and snowshoeing. There are several lodging options nearby, including several spas. Ski school is available for little ones, and child care is available for babies and toddlers. This location is just over 4 hours away from Chattanooga.
Beech Mountain Resort – This mountain village in Beech Mountain, NC is practically its own little winter town! Skiing, snowboarding, skating, and tubing are all offered at this beautiful mountain village. Lessons and child care options are available as well. Daily events at the lodge will keep your family entertained when you’re not on the slopes. This popular spot is 4.5 hours away from Chattanooga.
You can also check out Beth’s post about skiing at Snowshoe West Virginia.
