North Carolina's High Country, also known as the Ski Capital of the South, is home to three premier resorts: Appalachian Ski Mtn, Beech Mtn Resort, and Sugar Mtn Resort. All are located within a 30-mile radius, making the High Country a favorite destination for families, couples, and adventure-seekers. North Carolina has the highest mountains east of the Rockies and caters to skiers of all abilities. Away from the slopes, there’s plenty to see and do in Boone, Blowing Rock, and Banner Elk.
Appalachian Ski Mtn. had its beginning over 50 years ago when Grady Moretz and four other partners purchased the area as a foreclosure in a public auction. The ski area was known as “Blowing Rock Ski Lodge” when it opened in 1962 and officially named Appalachian Ski Mtn.
Appalachian Ski Mtn. is implementing comprehensive measures to allow guests to have a fun and healthy winter on our slopes and our ice arena. Appalachian Ski Mtn. is celebrating this Holiday Season with lots of fun events and specials! The 25-26 season has gotten off to an amazing start at App Ski Mtn. with great conditions, new natural snow and consistent cold temperatures.
Just one night of cold temps allows our snowmakers to create fresh powder on the entire mountain, and a deep snow base ensures great skiing even on warm days. Appalachian Ski Mtn. has expanded to twelve slopes including two terrain parks serviced by one double chairlift, two quad chairlifts, two conveyor lifts and one handle-pull lift.
Snow Tubing at Appalachian Ski Mtn.
Join us for a family-fun adventure at our new Snowtubing area, conveniently located in Cobblestone Village. Remember the fun of sleigh riding as a kid? Yeah, it’s like that but only better. Snowtubing brings out the kid in all of us.
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Session times vary and may sell out - advanced reservations recommended. We require advanced purchase reservations. You must make a reservation online in advanced. Snowtubing Tickets will only be available online and are required for each person. There will be no on-site ticket sales.
Daily operating conditions may vary with weather. There is a 72-hour cancellation policy on all tubing tickets.
Как выбрать тюбинг? Советы специалистов.
Important Information for Snow Tubing Participants:
- All riders must be at least 42″ to ride alone.
- Riders who are between 36″- 42″ must ride in a tandem tube or chain link with a responsible adult.
- All participants must ride in their own tube.
- All participants must have a valid snow tubing ticket to get onto the magic carpet.
- Guests are not permitted to ride the Snowtube on their stomach.
Location and Parking
Our entrance is now located near Cobblestone Village in the Vernon General Parking Lot. Cobblestone Village is the collection of colorful buildings! Another landmark to look for is The Appalachian..our Tubing Hill is located across the street from here.
If you park in our overflow lot down the street from our main parking lot, just follow the pathway up towards Cobblestone Village and into the General Parking Lot. If you are coming from the Red Tail Lodge, you will need to go across the footbridge.
Guests can park in the Vernon General Parking Lot…the large parking lot located across the street from The Appalachian. Please make sure to have your QR code ready either on your phone or printed out. Reservations are required in advanced.
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Lockers are not available at the Snowtubing hill. We’ve gone cashless! All sales are through debit or credit cards. All sessions are 2 hours.
Retail Items
Yes! There are retail items available at Monkey Trails located at Red Tail Lodge. Please note, the Red Tail Lodge is about a 10-15 minute walk in an Alpine Environment.
Other Winter Activities and Nearby Resorts
Not a skier? We are home to the largest snow tubing park on the east coast. Hawksnest features more than 20 lanes of tubing fun. Also, each ski resort offers other winter activities, including ice skating, snow shoeing and tubing. Another favorite option is the youth sledding hill in the Town of Beech Mountain.
Hawksnest Snow Tubing
Enjoy Hawksnest Snow Tubing Park with up to 30 lanes and four different areas to snow tube with lanes from 400 - 1000 feet long. Hawksnest Tubing Park is the largest snow tubing park in the Southeast! With up to 30 lanes of snow tubing fun, that span from 400 to 1,000 feet long. Hawksnest Tubing is your family’s destination for a unique winter experience.
Recognized for hoving the largest Snow Tubing Park on the East Coast, Our 20 Lane Snow Tubing Park has four different areas to snow tube; lanes are 400 - 1000 feet long. Our 2 conveyor lifts take our snow tubers back to the top for more rides. Hawksnest has 100% snow making and lighting on all lanes to provide the best possible conditions and fun for the whole family.
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Seven Devils, NCVisit North Carolina’s Premier Snow Tubing Destination!Snow Tubing1 Hour 45 MinutesAges 3+Hawksnest Snow Tubing offers affordable fun for the whole family! Located in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina, our snow tubing features four different tubing areas with up to 30 lanes of fun!
Customer Reviews:
- “Awesome experience! We chose the 6:00 slot and had a blast. Our entire family made multiple rides on all 4 sections. Staff was extremely helpful. Can’t wait to come again!” - Karen C.
- “Hawks Nest is the best place for snow tubing! We have made a weekend trip of this every year for many years now with friends and family. The views are beautiful, the snow slopes are fun and the employees are helpful and friendly. We look forward to the trip every February. Its a must do if you are looking for a fun family day trip.” - Holly A.
- “We traveled up north and took our boys to Hawksnest for a rare chance for them to experience the snow. Even though it was crowded, they had enough lanes to keep everyone moving. The boys had a great time and it definitely was a highlight of their weekend.” - Bob L.
2025/2026 Snow Tubing Rates and Session Times:
| Day | 10AM | 12PM | 2PM | 4PM | 6PM | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monday - Thursday* | $42 | $42 | $42 | $42 | $42 | |
| Friday | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 |
| Saturday + Holidays | $56 | $56 | $56 | $56 | $56 | $56 |
*CLOSED ON Wednesday (non-holidays)
Weekday Special: Buy 1 session for $42 and add a 2nd session for only $10*Weekday discount can only be purchased in person and must be applied on the same day.
Beech Mountain Ski Resort
Beech Mountain Ski Resort is the highest ski area in the east at a 5,506-foot peak elevation. NC's largest snow sports area with 20 runs on the mountain's 125 skiable acres from beginner to expert including 6 lifts and snow tubing park.
Located high in the mountains of Western North Carolina, in the Town of Beech Mountain, since 1967 Ski Beech redefines southern skiing as the highest ski resort in Eastern North America, at 5506 ft. above sea level. The only high-speed quad lift in North Carolina with a panoramic vista. These views make riding up the mountain as much fun as skiing down.
We also offer double-sided runs with our backside Oz run and our nine runs on the front side of the mountain. Beech Mountain Resort is a total Winter experience. With excellent skiing (day or night), and a charming Alpine Village filled with intriguing shops, tempting restaurants and more…you`ll find that Ski Beech offers a winter wonderland of fun and activities for all members of your family or group!
Twenty slopes and trails spread over 115 skiable acres provide for all levels of skiing and snowboarding. Beginners can enjoy the Magic Carpet area, Easy Street, and Lower Flying Mile, while the experts can challenge Tom Terrific, Boulder Dash, and Whoopdedoo. For those who just want to cruise the open slopes, try Big Red…Our best kept secret!
Tips for a Great First-Time Skiing Experience
This comprehensive First Timer’s Guide was created to make your first visit with us a great one. A very high percentage of people who only try skiing or snowboarding once don’t return because they have not allowed enough time to developed the skills to enjoy the sport. First time participants in skiing and snowboarding can still have fun sliding on the snow right from the start.
The ability to stop and make controlled turns are the two skills that will allow people to progress in the sport and move beyond the beginner slopes to enjoy the entire mountain. The best way to learn to ski or ride is to take lessons! Professional instruction will accelerate your improvement.
Allowing your friends to teach you is not a good idea. As good a skier as a friend may be, it is best to let them ski their favorite runs while you enroll in a lesson from a professional. More often than not when a friend is trying to teach, the newcomer is being taken on terrain that he or she is not quite ready for. The perception is that instruction is expensive. it is not, and the beginner ski and snowboard lessons are economical.
Don’t expect too much from yourself after just one lesson, Fact is, it will take three-maybe four to have a solid understanding. Learn to ski or snowboard with the Southeast’s oldest and best known ski school, the French-Swiss Ski College. Group and private lessons are taught in a safe, fun and friendly environment.
What to Wear
Being out and enjoying the crisp refreshing mountain air is part of the excitement of skiing. By wearing the appropriate clothing you will stay comfortable and warm no matter what the winter weather conditions may be. Dressings in layers allows you to adjust your clothing as the temperature changes throughout the day. The two most important layers are the one closest to your skin and the outermost layer.
- Base Layers: Under your snow gear to keep you insulated. The best underwear is absorbent and “wicks” perspiration away from your skin.
- Winter Socks: Tall socks that reach just below the knee. Ski and snowboard boots are made with insulation, so one pair of thin socks is all that is needed - too many socks will restrict circulation and affect boot fit.
- Additional Layers: To go over the base layers for further insulation and warmth. Wear a warm collared shirt, sweater or fleece, and a jacket or shell with a high collar.
- Winter Jacket/Snow Pants: Waterproof, insulated material. Water and wind resistant pants are the best bet, and you will be glad you have them on the snow. Snow or ski pants are ideal, jeans are not the best choice for an outer layer, but can be worn with a waterproof shell over them.
- Sunglasses or Goggles: Infrared and ultraviolet rays can be extremely harmful to your eyes, especially at higher altitudes. Good quality sunglasses are an important investment. Wind, blowing snow, cold, and fog can also be very uncomfortable for your eyes. Goggles are every bit as important as sunglasses.
- Gloves or Mittens: Gloves or mittens should be worn no matter what the temperature is.
The Alpine Ski Shop, located on the lower level of the lodge, carries a wide variety of every item listed above. The Gift Shop, on the 2nd level of the lodge can also outfit you with rental clothing from head to toe.
Lift Tickets and Rentals
Once you have entered the Base Lodge, you can proceed to one of our lift ticket booths, located on the lower level of the lodge. The cashiers in the ticket booth will be happy to get you set up with exactly what you need.
If you are renting equipment, you will receive a rental form at the Ticket Booth. Depending on whether you are renting skis or a snowboard, our ticket cashiers will guide on where to go to pick up your equipment. It is very important that all the information on the form is accurate. If you’re not sure of your height or weight, we have height charts on most every wall and a scale behind the rental counter that you can use.
Remember, all equipment is to be returned to the same counter from which it was rented from. Parking: There is plenty of parking at Appalachian Ski Mtn., and no matter where your space is, it is sure to be a short walk to the base lodge. The Gatekeeper at the entrance will greet you and give you information on where to park your vehicle.
For Skiers:
Review one of the skier type charts if you are unsure of your skier type. It is recommended (by us and the French Swiss Ski College) that you check the shaped ski rental box if you’re just starting and learning to ski. The shaped skis turn easier, have a friendlier flex, and are much easier to learn to ski on.
If you are an advanced skier looking for a more aggressive, stiffer flex, wider, twin-tipped all mountain ski, check the twin-tip ski box. This upgrade will get you on a higher performing advanced ski. We also offer ski boards, a shorter, lighter, slightly slower, quicker turning ski.
For Boarders:
Our standard and Burton snowboard boots are step-in types with standard lacing on the shell. Our Burton Learn To Ride package has specially designed boards to ease the learning process. Specific beginner friendly tuned edges and specially shaped board and a forgiving flex that promotes an easy learning experience.
These bindings are also non-releasable but are traditional strap-in bindings.
Children's Lessons
If you’re registering children for their first ski or snowboarding lesson, it is important to set realistic expectations. Children under the age of 5 often remain on the beginner slope most of their first day. Depending on individual muscle control and development, skiing can be difficult in their first days.
Private lessons are recommended for children under 5 or they can enroll in the Ski Wee program designed especially for 4-8 year olds. Snowboard lessons for children usually start at about 7 years old. Private lessons are available any age or they can enroll in the Cruiser Camp program.
Slope Safety
Courtesy is essential at a busy ski area, and this responsibility code serves to familiarize you with some guidelines that should be followed at all times when on the slopes. People ahead of you have the right of way. Observe all posted signs and warnings.
Treat your loved ones to an unforgettable adventure on the Mountain with our NEW! Mountain Creek Gift Cards. Whether first-timers or avid adventurers, our gift cards can be used in a variety of ways and are the perfect gift for all your loved ones.
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