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Does Berkshire East have snow?

Does Berkshire East have snow?

Our Snow Report for Berkshire East brings daily updates on the snow conditions, snow depths, piste and offpiste conditions and the number of open ski lifts….Resort report:

Piste conditions: Machine Groomed
Next snowfall: 1.6 in Tue 25 Jan (AM)
Next significant snowfall: 1.6 in Tue 25 Jan (AM)
Lifts open: 3 out of 5

How many trails does Berkshire East?

38
Berkshire East Mountain Resort/Number of trails

What is the vertical drop of Berkshire East?

Berkshire East offers about 1000 feet of true (non-inflated) vertical drop, with about 200 acres (0.8 km2) of skiable terrain.

Who owns Berkshire East ski area?

Jon Schaefer
Jon Schaefer, Owner, Berkshire East Mountain Resort and Catamount Ski Area, Mass. Jon Schaefer began working at Berkshire East on June 10, 1980. He was born the day before. After a ski racing career, he returned to Berkshire East full-time in 2010, gradually taking the reins.

Does Berkshire East have a terrain park?

Featuring the most skiable terrain in Massachusetts; the best downhill mountain bike park on the East Coast; three zip line tours; whitewater rafting trips in Vermont, Massachusetts, and Connecticut; one of the longest mountain coasters in the world; an Adventure Park; rustic farm Inn and Wedding Center; a restaurant …

How much snow does Berkshire have?

Climate Averages

Berkshire, Massachusetts United States
Snowfall 64.6 in. 27.8 in.
Precipitation 135.9 days 106.2 days
Sunny 185 days 205 days
Avg. July High 79.6° 85.8°

What mountain is Berkshire East?

Berkshire East began as Thunder Mountain, but once was one of five ski areas located within a 3- mile radius centered in Charlemont in the beautiful Deerfield River Valley.

Which is bigger Sunday River or Sugarloaf?

Ask anyone prominently displaying the triangular blue and white “Loaf” sticker and they will tell you Sugarloaf is king. The “Loaf” has a whopping 2,820′ vertical and the only lift-serviced, above tree-line snowfields in New England. But Sunday River boasts 16 lifts, 2 more than the Loaf, and more of them high speed.

What is the tallest ski mountain in Vermont?

Killington
The ski resort Killington is the highest ski resort in Vermont. With 1,293 m , it has the highest slope/ski slope or the highest ski lift/lift in Vermont.

How high is Jiminy Peak?

2,380 feet
Summit elevation is 2,380 feet (base elevation 1,245 feet). Jiminy Peak is a great ski destination for families and beginners. The resort has long, wide groomed beginner and intermediate runs serviced by an updated chairlift system.

Who owns Catamount Ski Area?

Schaefer family
In May, 2018 the Schaefer family, of Charlemont MA, longtime owners / managers of Berkshire East Mountain Resort purchased Catamount Ski Area. Integration of the two businesses began immediately.

How many trails does Jiminy Peak have?

45
Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort/Number of trails
With it’s top notch snowmaking capabilities, family-friendly atmosphere, night skiing, and proximity to NYC, Boston, Hartford, and Albany, Jiminy Peak is a New England ski resort like no other. Our ski area boosts over 45 skiing and snowboarding trails covering over 167 acres.

Why choose Berkshire East for your next ski holiday?

Berkshire East is the only ski area in the world to produce 100% of its energy from onsite renewable energy.

How do I get to Berkshire East on Route 2?

From there, you’ll see signs directing you to Berkshire East. Follow Route 2 for 17 miles to Charlemont. After passing through the center of town, take a left following the signs for Route 8A South. You will cross a bridge. At the T intersection, take a left, and Berkshire East will be on your right. Park in the Main Parking Lot.

What makes Berkshire East Mountain Resort the coolest in New England?

With our world-class whitewater rafting, best-on-the-East Coast downhill mountain bike park, three zip line tours, one of the longest mountain coasters in the world, a great adventure park, beautiful farm-style lodging, and a rustic wedding venue, Berkshire East Mountain Resort is one the coolest facilities in New England.

What is edberkshire east?

Berkshire East is a four season resort in Western Massachusetts, close to Berkshire County, Northampton, Amherst, and Greenfield. It has one of the budding adventure sports scenes on the East Coast, which is awesome considering the cultural scene that has been the Berkshire’s since way before Herman Melville wrote Moby Dick not too far away.