FIELD NOTES
4.5
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2121
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Snow settles quick here, and it stays. Belleayre runs at its own mountain pace—lift lines, chair chatter, and the steady roar of snow guns working through the dark. If you need sun, pull up to the east-facing deck and sort out your afternoon plans while boots dry by the door.
What to Expect:
🏂 50+ trails across 4 mountain areas, a gondola, and 8 lifts
🎿 Well-marked greens and blues for learning, legit black runs, and natural terrain
❄️ 96% snowmaking with well-maintained corduroy most mornings
🍔 Mountain-side lodges serving hot food, bar service, and room to regroup
🛷 Tubing hill, ski school, equipment rentals, and a steady schedule of live events
Important Information:
✔ Walk-up tickets, but online booking strongly recommended for weekends/holidays
✔ Wheelchair access: base lodge, restrooms, reserved ADA parking
✔ Group lessons and ski school, limit 6–8 per group—book ahead for weekends
✔ Contact: (845) 254-5600; check site for weather holds and event updates
Haley's Pick 🍽️
You probably know her as @milehighandhungry. Each week, Haley shares the one place she’s obsessed with right now. From hidden gems to hot new openings, if she picks it, it’s worth the hype.
Haley's Review of Riot BBQ
Riot BBQ on South Delaware feels like a backyard cookout run by a Top Chef, because it is. Chef Manny Barella and pitmaster Patrick Klaiber have teamed up to blend Monterrey flavors with Texas-style smoke, and the results are seriously craveable.
The brisket steals the show: tender, deeply smoky, and finished with Barella’s bold spice rub. Get it solo or wrapped in buttery Raquelita tortillas. The pulled pork brings heat with ancho, guajillo, and morita chiles, and the al pastor ribs are sticky, sweet, and slightly charred in all the right ways.
Even the sides are insanely good! Think crunchy pepita-macha slaw and banana pudding served in a jar that tastes just like childhood (but better). Every bite feels intentional.
It’s barbecue with heart, history, and just the right amount of heat. Riot BBQ isn’t just a meal, it’s a moment worth lining up for.
– Haley @milehighandhungry
Local Insights
⏰ First Chair: Beat the rush by hitting Tomahawk lift out of Discovery Lodge—fresh corduroy holds here longest.
🍟 Cafeteria Hack: Mid-mountain Overlook Lodge stays quieter by lunchtime; grab a table overlooking the drop line on busy weekends.
🌲 Fresh Snow: Glade runs off Deer Run often open last after storms — keep an eye on patrol ropes for soft stashes.
🐕 Leashed Pals: Dogs are welcome in the parking lot and base area if leashed and cleaned up after; but no runs on lifts.
Hours
Monday: 9:00 AM–4:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM–4:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM–4:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM–4:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM–9:00 PM
Saturday: 8:30 AM–9:00 PM
Sunday: 8:30 AM–4:00 PM
Best For
Families, intermediates, snowmaking reliability
COORDINATES
181 Galli Curci Rd
,
Highmount
,
NY
12441
What folks are saying
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Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Visitors praise Belleayre for smooth lift lines, strong grooming, and friendly staff. Snowmaking gets high marks, with conditions holding up even in thaws. Intermediate and family skiers note that the wide blues and mellow greens spread folks out, helping avoid weekend crowds found elsewhere. Weekend and holiday afternoons can see cafeteria bottlenecks and parking lot backups. A few reviews flag that base lodges sometimes fill fast and late-day trails may ice over after busy sessions. Overall, reviewers see Belleayre as a reliable day or weekend spot for all abilities, especially appreciated for its uncrowded weekday sessions and fair prices.
Last updated on
October 9th, 2025
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What You'll Find
Vertical 1,404 ft; 64 trails (22% green, 43% blue, 35% black); 8 lifts including gondola; several terrain parks; 96% snowmaking; night skiing Fri & Sat; tubing; ski school; rentals.
Best TimeS TO visit
For fresh corduroy, show up early midweek or on Sunday mornings. Night skiing locals like late Friday or Saturday after 7 PM. Avoid holiday and Saturday midday if you want open tables and short lift waits.
Accessibility
ADA parking next to the base lodge entry, ramps at main buildings, accessible restrooms throughout, and adaptive ski programs available.
Reservation Policy
Online advance purchase recommended for all lift tickets, especially on weekends and holidays. Date-specific tickets. Lessons book out; reserve 24+ hours ahead.
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✅ Cancellation Policy
Date-specific tickets are nonrefundable; weather closures may be credited at resort discretion.
