The North West area of New York State is known as the snow belt. And deservedly so. It is not unusual for this area to receive more than 250 inches of snow a season. It is easily accessible from Northern Pennsylvania, Ohio and Toronto, Canada. These are four season resorts, and in the winter they offer every type of winter sport. They are family friendly, all of them have ski and snowboaring classes. The season starts early up here. The first snow fall is usually the end of October with skiing starting the beginning of November. While in the area, checkout the wineries. This is one of the largest wine producing areas in New York State.
Bristol Mountain, New York State Ski Resort http://www.bristolmountain.com/
5662 County Route 64,
Canandaigua,N.Y. 14424
Bristol Mountain New York State Ski Resort is a four-season resort area that has facilities for Alpine Skiing, Snowboarding, Half Pipe and Nordic Skiing. There are 33 Slopes and Trails 35% Novice 45% Intermediate and 20% Advanced, 2 Half Pipes and 2 Terrain Parks. Night Skiing is available, there is snow making over 97%. They have special programs for children and why you need some food and a break from skiing, there are three lodges/restaurants to catch your breath in.
For lodging, The North Star Village at Bristol Mountain Resort 585-374-6000.is right at the base of the mountain and when you stay here, you can get discounts on lift tickets. Room rates start at about $210 a night.
There are also four inns offering ski and stay packages
Canandaigua Inn on the Lake www.visitinnonthelake.com
The Lodge at Bristol Harbour www.bristolharbour.com Holiday Inn Express www.hiexpress.com/victor
Econo Lodge www.econolodge.com
Swain New York State Ski Resort http://www.swain.com
County. Rte. 24 in Swain NY 14884.
585-234-SNOW
Swain New York State Ski Resort has 21 trails they do make snow when needed. They have facilities for all the following activity’s Alpine Skiing, Night Skiing, Snow Tubing , Snowboarding and they have a Terrain Park. And when you want to rest and get a food fix, they have several options for you
SHAWMUT PUB
For pub style food FOOD COURT
For a fast meal or snack.
WILDWOOD RESTAURANT
This is a full service sit down restaurant, You can have a private party here also.
Contact them for recommendations on where to stay in the area. There are several right near the mountain.
Brantling Ski and Snowboard Center New York State Ski Resort http://www.brantling.com/
4016 Fishfarm Road, Sodus,NY 315-331-2365
Brabtling New York State Ski Resort has 10 trails, 6 of them have snowmaking equipment and all but 1 are available for night skiing. They have family Specials on Saturdays with great discounts of lift tickets etc., so check out the site and see if you can make it for one of them. They have group and private lessons for both skiing and snowboarding. Check them out for lodging recommendations. One of the finest is this B&B;, right in Sodus.
Maxwell Creek Inn B & B
7563 Lake Road
Sodus, New York 14551
Phone: (315) 483-2222
Email: mcinnbnb@att.net
This is a historic house, built in 1846. There are five guest rooms in the main house, and two efficiency suites in a private cobblestone carriage house that are popular with families and groups. All accommodations have a private bath and include a full gourmet breakfast. Gourmet breakfasts are served by candlelight in a rustic wood-paneled dining.
