Pennsylvania has many great ski resorts both in the east and the western parts of the state, making them easily accessible from many other states, New York, New Jersey, Ohio, Maryland and West Virginia. When you are looking for a great family getaway spot, take a look at the Pennsylvania Ski Resorts. They are in areas that are famous for year round vacation spots and have been favorites of skiers for many, many years.
These Pennsylvania Ski Resorts all have lessons available. If you have never been to a Pennsylvania Ski Resort, you should try one of these just once and if you do, you will want to come back again, if not for skiing in the winter, for some of the great events that go on all year long. Be sure to contact them and see what ski and stay specials they have going on with the local hotels and Bed and Breakfasts. They will have one that will suit your needs.
Alpine Mountain Ski Resort , Pennsylvania
(570) 595 – 2150
http://www.alpinemountain.com/
Alpine Mountain is a Ski Resort in the Pocono mountains and has 21 trails from easiest to most difficult with 5 chair lifts. There is snowboarding, tubing, half pipe, a terrain park and Nordic Skiing as well. They have many specials available and you can check them out right on the front page of the web site. On site they have a lounge and at the lodge a cafeteria and a pizza shop.
As for accommodations, they have an extensive list of great places to stay in the area and. Be sure to check for special rates. There are some available.
Tanglwood Ski Resort, Pennsylvania
P.O. Box 165
Tafton, Pennsylvania 18464
570.226.SNOW – 888.226.SNOW
http://www.tanglwood.com/
Tanglewood is one of the smallest ski resorts in the Poconos and one of the most family friendly. It is a great place to come to learn in an uncrowded environment. They have 10 trails with 4 lifts, 2 tows and 2 double chairs. The trails range from beginner to most difficult.
When you need a break from the slopes, stop in at the mountain top lodge for homemade pies, a variety of sandwiches and salads and other favorites. There is also a lounge for when you just want to stop for a drink.
Camelback, Pennsylvania
Camelback Ski Resort
Exit 299 I-80 ? PO Box 168
Tannersville, Pennsylvania 18372
570-629-1661
http://www.skicamelback.com/
Camelback has 33 trails, all available for night skiing and reated from beginner to expert. They are served by 13 lifts
2 High-Speed Detachable Quad Chairlifts, 3 Triple Chairlifts, 7 Double Chairlifts and 1 SunKid Surface Lift.
In addition to Alpine Skiing, there is Snowboarding, 2 half pipes and terrain parks.
When you need a food break, there are plenty of choices right on the slopes
The Eastside Bistro is a sit down restaurant with Cocktail service, open seven days a week.
Base Lodge: is the place to come for a quick meal like ? Sunbowl Lodge has a Snack Bar and Cafeteria
Glen Lodge is a non-smoking Cocktail Lounge open weekends only
Cameltop Summit Lodge is a Cafeteria Style
