elk mountain ski resort

Ridn4life

Pleasant intermediate ski hill with some unique trails. Good to visit once a year since I live just over an hour away. Much more fun on event days but then again lines are short to nonexistent during regular weekdays. Chairlifts are slow but that gives you time to catch your breath! An advanced skier/rider can enjoy the entire hill and repeat favorites within 4hrs.

PeteC_11

If you like skiing and don't want to travel to New England then go to Elk. It's the highest elevation in PA and it's runs are the longest and most challenging in the state. The resort says it's Vermont Skiing in Pennsylvania, and it's as close as it comes. Lots of blues and true Blacks with several ungroomed long runs like Tunkhannock and Chippewa will get bump skiers ready for moguls in Vermont and out West. All runs are named for local Native American tribes and you can link many together and never get bored. The mountain makes big snow and stays open into April sometimes. Tucked in the Endless Mountains of the Poconos it's a a treasure. Close to Interstate 81 North it attracts good skiers from NE PA and Southern NY. there are lots of green trails and some snow board parks. Friendly staff and good food decently priced. Tickets are reasonable. My fav in PA.

robcooley

we took the family out to Elk this past weekend and really enjoyed it. Definitely not fancy, but clean, efficient, and comfortable. This is my first year skiing seriously, and I enjoyed moving up from the Green trails to the blues here. My boys (twins age 9) are new snowboarders this year and bombed down the blues and had a blast. My wife is an experienced skiier and raved about the trails and the overall experience. Few bells and whistles, but that's not what we came for. The skiing and the trails were awesome.

nemosgirl

Friends invited us to ski at Elk. It is a great place. Just big enough to have some good runs, but not so big you get swallowed up. The staff is very friendly and helpful. Not any real "expert" hills, they do have black diamond, but they are more like Blue's. But still tons of fun for everyone. Such a "homey" feel th this place. Had a gret time, and will def begoing back!

Nextboat

Elk Mountain is the best mountain to Ski in PA. I believe it is the highest, with the most vertical feet. There is a great mix of trails from novice to expert. It still has its rustic charm from many years. It isn't overly commercialized. Giving a positive review to a place you like is almost self-defeating because you really want to be selfish and not let everyone know how great a place like Elk is to ski. Over the years they have diligently planted pine trees, and it really adds to the beauty of the experience.

hoods5

If you are into a great skiing/riding mountain, Elk Mountain is your place in Pennsylvania. There are really no frills here, just a laid back mountain. The lodge is old, lifts are all fixed cable, no big terrain features, and you have to take a shuttle from the parking lot, but the trails and snow conditions are unrivaled in PA. Lots of variety including open groomers, long runs, and 3 un-groomed trails. My only complaint is the Chili Bowl is total rip off, mostly bread bowl, very little chili and they charge $0.50 extra each for cheese and onions. Bring your own food and enjoy a great day!

summerfunOhio

We have taken a ski trip in this area for the past 3 winters.We have skied Camel Back, Blue Mt, Jack Frost, Big Boulder and Elk.Elk is by far my favorite.There is so much terrain there that anyone can ski there.I am a solid intermediate and there is plenty there for me.These slopes are very well groomed. We have been lucky that we havehad wonderful conditions when we were there.Yes - the lifts are extremely slow - but find a friend to ride with and havelots of conversation on the way up.What I do hate about Elk -- -They have no ski drop off area so you have to lug all of your equipment up and down a hill.If you do start to drive up to the lift area (as you do every other resort you have ever been to),there are unfriendly guards that run out of their gate house waving their hands andscreaming at you like you may be an Isis terrorist.There is no reason why you could not drive around and drop off.That is why I am rating an very good rather than excellent attraction.

U3680FBjoes

One lift open on a February night?, you can do better. 4 skiing at 30-40$ each. Lifts shut down for 45 minutes primetime for an observance. You can do that pre or post lift times like out west. We're gonna start looking elsewhere for skiing and snowboarding, good luck

stevesW240BS

The staff was great, very friendly and pretty good too, above average.Elk Mountain was my second time on a snowboard. I was signed up for a lesson, so I only had access to the beginner's slope. The lifts seemed a bit slower than average, but on the upside, the resort wasn't crowded, so lines moved quickly.

machinetom

I've been boarding for past 15+ years. I was back this week and found the place hasn't changed. It's still has the old charm and ski etiquette I've come accustomed to. I hope this never changes. The Eagle's lyrics said " If you call something Paradise kiss it goodbye". I look forward to many more years on the mountain. Thomas Iverson

epistrophius

I am a retired physician who has skied Elk for over 30 years in between trips out west and Canada. It's a throwback from the late 60's so don't expect anything fancy. What you will find is great people, above average food and excellent conditions for intermediates. I have 32 days so far this year band plan more!

Nursealert

great people, great skiing but the ski resort is a bit behind the times. Lodge not comfortable and crowded. Staff very nice.

camerainmyhand

It's close to home for us, so we love it! The more snow the better. But be careful on the roads--we see fender benders up here all the time b/c on this side of the mountain we get a LOT more snow than even 10 miles down the road. Elk is small, but well groomed and we love the trails. At night, there are only minimal trails lit, but it is our favorite ski spot in this area!

Sharkbait19403

My girlfriend and I arrived at Elk on the coldest day in years. We were warned by the staff when we arrived that the mountain top was -30 wind chill ! The staff were great, the trails are nice but the lifts are the old slow lifts. But the resort was not crowed and the lines were quick!

kforinger

A group of couples went out to Elk for Valentine's Day weekend and it was so much fun! The snow was great, which they can't really control, but the lodge was nice. The beer is reasonably priced for ski lodge too. We rented outside of elk so can't say anything for that but the runs are great. Tons of options and a great learning area for first timers!