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Cataloochee ski resort, United States (North America) — luxury alpine destination — Mountain views, ski slopes, and alpine landscape
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Cataloochee

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Resort Guide

Cataloochee Ski Area is located in Maggie Valley, North Carolina, and features 50 acres of skiable terrain with 18 slopes and trails suitable for all ability levels. The resort offers a family-friendly atmosphere, snowmaking coverage on all slopes, and night skiing on select trails. Signature experiences include ski and snowboard lessons, a dedicated snow sports school, and a tubing park, making it a popular destination for both beginners and seasoned skiers in the Southeast. Key amenities include equipment rentals, a base lodge with dining options, and convenient access from nearby cities.

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Key Info

Resort data by SnowSure™

RegionNorth America
CountryUnited States
Base Elevation1,420m
Summit Elevation1,646m
Vertical Drop226m
Skiable Acres50
Total Runs18
Total Lifts5
Annual Snowfall24 inches / 61 cm
Longest RunUnable to determine longest run for this resort.
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Cataloochee

Weather Forecast · 1,420m1,646m

Data reported at Fri, Aug 21, 1:00 PM UTC
Last Snowfall
Last 24h
0cm
Last 7 Days
0cm
Season Total
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Off-Season Resort (Northern Hemisphere)

This resort is currently closed for the season. Northern Hemisphere resorts typically operate November–April.

Current Conditions
Reported Fri, Aug 21, 1:00 PM UTC
Base
1,420m
Temp
17°C
Wind
5km/h
Snow Depth
14-Day Forecast
0cm
Mid-Mountain
1,533m
Temp
16°C
Wind
5km/h
Snow Depth
14-Day Forecast
Summit
1,646m
Temp
16°C
Wind
5km/h
Snow Depth
14-Day Forecast
0cm
Lift Status
of 50% open
10-Day Forecast
Summit (1,646m) · Updated Fri, Aug 21, 1:00 PM UTC
Today
21
23°
14°
Sat
22
23°
11°
Sun
23
21°
11°
Mon
24
23°
9°
Tue
25
24°
11°
Wed
26
23°
14°
Thu
27
18°
13°
Fri
28
21°
12°
Sat
29
22°
12°
Sun
30
22°
12°
Season vs Historic
Updated Fri, Aug 21, 1:00 PM UTC
0cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
+102%
vs 5-Year Avg
46cm avg by now
+78%
vs 30-Year Avg
55cm avg by now
46cm
5-Yr Avg by Now

The last completed season totaled ~46.9 cm. That's near the 5-year average (46 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 15% below the 30-year average (55 cm).

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Last synced Fri, Aug 21, 1:00 PM UTC

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Frequently Asked Questions

Cataloochee — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about skiing and staying in Cataloochee, United States.

Visit the Cataloochee page on LUXSKI for the latest snow conditions updated hourly.

Cataloochee has 18 runs. and 5 lifts. covering 50 skiable acres. The elevation ranges from 1420m to 1646m. with a vertical drop of 226m. The resort averages 24 inches / 61 cm of snowfall annually..

You can browse and book luxury ski hotels at Cataloochee directly on LUXSKI. Visit the Cataloochee destination page to see all available hotels, check real-time room availability and pricing, and book with free cancellation options. You can also contact our concierge team at concierge@lux.ski for personalized trip planning.