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In conjunction with national Learn to Ski and Snowboard Month in January, the Town of Beech Mountain is offering a basic course. ‘Skiing 101 at Beech’ is a program that provides one night’s lodging, equipment rental, helmet rental, full-day lift ticket, and a beginner skiing or snowboarding lesson at Beech…

Winterfest returns to Beech Mountain Resort on January 5 and 6, 2013.  On Saturday, moms get a break with a new event for kids. Snow Day Camp is from 11am to 1pm, offering winter activities for children. Snow Day Camp is $25 and includes ice-skating, face painting, craft making, and…

The Oldest Adaptive Ski Clinic Returns January 21-25. Beech Mountain Resort is proud to host the 32nd annual adaptive ski clinic. This is the oldest adaptive ski clinic and the first of a group of national clinics started by DSUSA (National Handicap Sports). The Atlanta Chapter of NHS assisted to…

The snowshoe race has been cancelled. On Saturday, January 12th, 2012, Beech Mountain is proud to announce that it will play host to the 2013 North Carolina State Championship Snowshoe Race. This is a sanctioned race and will serve as a National Qualifier for the 2013 Dion National Championships to…

Photo courtesy Chase Bailey This year Beech Mountain Resort is trying something new!  We will host a Banked Slalom Race on January 12 and February 9, 2013.  Registration will take place in Roots Ride Shop from 9am to 1130am on race day. For more information see the full Banked Slalom…

Beech Mountain Resort is celebrating their 45th anniversary, and we want to make sure our customers have a memorable holiday! From Friday, December 21st through Sunday, December, 23rd, Santa Claus will be visiting Beech Mountain Resort daily from 3pm-530pm, in the View Haus Cafeteria. Come visit with Santa. Picture packages…

  In Support of National Learn to Ski and Snowboard Month, Beech Mountain Resort is offering Affordable Options for Lessons and Lodging: According to the National Ski Area Association, around 4 percent of Americans ski or snowboard. Beech Mountain Resort is hoping to increase that percentage. January is National Learn…

Beech Mountain Resort has a total of 24 SMI Super PoleCat snow guns. These automated guns are located on every slope, plus we have five more on carriages that can be placed strategically as needed. Meanwhile, we also use 90 Ratnik air/water snow guns and 45 York air/water snow guns…

Come celebrate the New Year with Beech Mountain Resort! On Dec. 31, the Beech Tree will open at 8 p.m. for a 21 and up event lasting until 1:30 a.m. The Jonathan Birchfield band will play-in 2013 with his unique mix of country and rock tunes to keep every ear…

Beech Mountain Resort and Charlotte Ski & Snowboard Club bring The Warren Miller Film Tour to the EpiCentre Theaters to kickoff the winter sports season [Charlotte, NC] December 7, 2012 – Warren Miller’s Flow State is coming to EpiCentre Theaters in Charlotte on December 13 to kickoff the winter sports…

 The High Country Nordic Association’s Third Annual Tele-Fest starts at 9:00am on January 12th, with events concluding at 4:30pm. The celebration allows downhill Nordic skiers a chance to celebrate the beautiful Telemark turn at Beech Mountain Resort. The ‘telemark’, is a dipping, dance-like turn that Nordic skiers can execute, because…

This winter marks a milestone ski season at Beech Mountain Resort. The resort celebrates 45 years since its christening in 1967, when it became Eastern America’s highest ski area at 5,506 feet in elevation. Beech Mountain Resort is offering specials and incentives throughout the winter in honor of its anniversary,…

On Friday, November 30th, Beech Mountain Resort will open for the 2012-2013 season.   The resort will operate from 9am to 10pm.     Due to the recent upgrades with the snowmaking system, the resort staff has noticed an incredible increase in the snowmaking capacity. Beech Mountain Resort will continue to aggressively…

Beech Mountain Resort Freestyle Terrain is proud to have Ric Wilkinson as the Director of Operations for the 2012-2013 season. Wilkinson has over ten years of experience in terrain park improvement and innovation. He brings 100% commitment to Beech Mountain Freestyle Terrain. Development of the Powder Bowl and Meadows will…

Beech Mountain Resort recently integrated 6 additional SMI Super Pole Cats snow guns, bringing the total to 30 automated guns. The current system has 164 different snow guns; the largest in resort history. Additionally, 11 tower guns have been moved to front slope operation. With the capability to produce more…

Looking for new winter coat? Look no more! Beech Mountain Resort has increased their retail offerings to provide our customers with more options for clothing and equipment! ‘Our goal is to provide a unique line of products, with competitive pricing for our customers,’ says retail director Shawn Williams. Beech Mountain…

On Saturday November 3, 2012, from 5pm to 8pm,  Beech Mountain Resort will host a ski season kickoff party! Located in the View Haus Cafeteria, Famous Fast Eddies will provide food offerings complimented by live entertainment. Door Prizes will be awarded, and additional raffle tickets will be sold to support…

The Super-Saver season pass sale is on! Only a few passes remain at the low price of $375. This unlimited pass will allow access to the slopes on any day, during any session. In addition to the pass, season lockers are available for $125 dollars. Located close to the high-speed…

Photo courtesy Amy Morrison The Beech Mountain Chamber of Commerce is proud to present ‘Autumn at Oz’ for 2012, now larger than ever. On Saturday and Sunday, October 6 and 7, travel back in time to the enchanted ‘Land of Oz’, high atop Beech Mountain. This is a perfect time…

Fall is right around the corner! The time has come for Beech Mountain Resort’s annual Super-Saver season pass sale! Starting Monday, October 1, 2012, the resort will offer 200 passes for $375 each. This unlimited pass will allow access to the slopes on any day, during any session. In addition…

A bike park, with lift access, in the High Country is closer than you think! Beech Mountain Resort will offer lift access for cyclist on September 15, 2012. A New Beginner Trail Ensures Riding for all Skill Levels. The lift will operate from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Lift tickets…

Photo courtesy Amy Morrison On October 6-7, 2012, travel back to the enchanted world of Oz atop Beech Mountain at the Land of Oz Park. The Beech Mountain Chamber of Commerce is proud to present the 19th annual Autumn at Oz Festival. Opened in 1970, this piece of magic came…

Beech Mountain Resort will offer all day riding on August 18 and September 15, with lift accessibility. The beginner trail is complete and expands the resort’s offerings to accommodate all skill levels. The lifts will run from 9am to 430pm, with tickets costing $30 for all-day riding. The lift will…

Beer tasting, championship mountain biking, live music and scenic views are on tap Saturday, July 21, at Beech Mountain Resort. The second annual Brews and Views Festival is being held in conjunction with the three- day USA Cycling Mountain Bike Gravity National Championships. Attendees can sample from more than 40…