“Life if better when you are on a board”
Seasoned snowboarders can experience an offering of terrain parks that include boxes, rails, rollers and jumps. There are enough Pocono terrain parks to keep you snowboarding all winter long. Each resort offers a wide variety of features for beginner and novice riders to enjoy and prepare for the bigger parks too.Use this guide to discover the 8 best places to go snowboarding in the Poconos.
1.Blue Mountain
Blue Mountain, located in Palmerton, PA, boasts a 1,082-foot vertical drop from summit to base—the highest of any ski mountain in Pennsylvania. Only 90 minutes from Philadelphia, Blue Mountain is definitely the best all-around ski mountain in the Poconos. The location is close enough for a day trip, plus they offer half-day passes and night skiing to boot. With 39 trails of all levels of difficulty and 16 lifts, including a high-speed 6-person lift, this mountain is a go-to for any level of skier or snowboarder. Be sure to hit the blue square trail “Sidewinder,” which is a fan favorite on the mountain. Take a rest in the Slope Side Pub and Grill, to enjoy a variety of food and drink including delicious chili and craft beers.
2.Elk Mountain
Located in Union Dale, PA, Elk Mountain is a bit further north from Philly than most Pocono mountains, so it’s the perfect place to visit during a weekend getaway. Rent a house with friends, grab some firewood, and hunker down for a weekend full of wintertime fun. Though Elk is not PA’s largest mountain, it makes up for its lack of size with authentic charm. With old school lifts and lazy trails that wind through the woods, Elk offers a down home feel without the crowds of the mountains to the south.
3. Camelback Mountain
Got a large group with all different levels of skiing and riding experience? Then Camelback is the place for you. This mountain, located in Tannersville, PA, has a huge team of instructors ready to give lessons to kids of all ages looking to learn to ski or ride. Of course, there are always folks who’d rather not learn at all, so they can rent a tube and head to the country’s largest snow tubing park, also located at Camelback. If you’d like to make a weekend out of it, Camelback has great lift ticket deals with a stay at their on-resort hotel.
4. Jackfrost Big Boulder
Jackfrost Big Boulder are actually two mountains owned by the same parent company, and offer twice the fun for the price of one lift ticket. Jack Frost is the larger mountain, topping out at 2,000 feet with a vertical drop of 600 feet, with more traditional trails for all skill levels. Its companion mountain Big Boulder is geared towards snowboarders and adventurous skiers, dedicating more than 50 percent of the mountain to terrain parks. JFBB is perfect if you’re looking to ski or ride two mountains in one day, with a variety of terrian.
5. Bear Creek Mountain Resort
Bear Creek Mountain Resort is the ideal place for a beginner skier or rider to perfect their skills. Though relatively small in stature, Bear Creek is located only 75 minutes outside of Philadelphia in Macungie, PA. While experts will grow tired of the terrain by lunch, beginners revel in the short lift lines and moderate slopes. If you’re looking to teach kids to ski or ride, Bear Creek is the perfect, local spot to help them learn.
6. Shawnee Mountains
Shawnee Mountain is located in the center of the Poconos and offers plenty of adventure for the whole family to enjoy. The beginner trails are particularly popular, but that’s not all you’ll find here.
This mountain has 23 trails in total, and some are designed for experts. You’ll even find terrain parks where you can practice slides and grabs. With a 700-foot drop and top-tier snowmaking on every last trail, you can enjoy favorable conditions throughout the season.
7. Montage Mountain
Montage Mountain is located near Scranton and offers one of the longest snow tubing areas in the state. In total, you’ll find 26 trails here of varying difficulties along with 2 terrain parks where you can practice your skills. One of the most interesting aspects of this resort, however, is that there’s plenty to enjoy during the warmer seasons as well.
Montage Mountain Waterpark is located on the ski-area grounds, so consider coming back during the summer to enjoy waterslides, a wave pool, a lazy river, and much more.
8. Woodloch Mountain
When you visit Woodloch resort, you can enjoy a wide variety of experiences in addition to skiing, making it great for a visit at any time of the year. It’s located on Lake Teedyuskung, so you can enjoy some relaxing time by the water or get a boat and venture out into it directly.
Additionally, you’ll find a championship golf course on-site, as well as a luxury spa, so relaxation is always easy to find. While the main lodge in the resort is certainly nice, you can also find accommodation in nearby motels, inns and vacation rentals.
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