Snowshoe
West Virginia, USA
An upside-down West Virginia resort: the village sits on top, with 100% snowmaking below.
Snowshoe is the South's premier ski destination, sitting high in the Allegheny Mountains of West Virginia. At 4,848 feet summit elevation, it's the highest resort in the Mid-Atlantic, offering the most reliable snow conditions south of Vermont. Known for 100% snowmaking coverage, excellent grooming, and a charming European-style village atmosphere that attracts families and groups from DC, Virginia, and the Carolinas.
Snowshoe at a glance
- Base elevation: 3,348 ft
- Summit elevation: 4,848 ft
- Vertical drop: 1,500 ft
- Skiable terrain: 270 acres
- 56 runs and 12 lifts
- Average annual snowfall: 150 inches
- Ski passes: Ikon Pass
- Nearest major airport: LWB
On this page: the 16-day snow forecast, getting there from the airport, flights, hotels and lift tickets for Snowshoe.