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Big Boulder Resort Guide
Off-season
Last season ended March 14, 2026
Best months to book: February, January, December · 30-yr snow record
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Off-season — closed March 14
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Resort Guide
Big Boulder is located in the Pocono Mountains of Pennsylvania and is part of the Jack Frost Big Boulder resort area. The resort features a variety of terrain parks and is recognized for its focus on freestyle skiing and snowboarding, offering multiple parks with progressive features. Big Boulder provides night skiing, snow tubing, and a welcoming atmosphere for families and groups, making it a popular destination for both beginners and park enthusiasts. Key amenities include equipment rentals, lessons, and convenient access to dining and après-ski options.
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Big Boulder
Lifts
10
Skiable area
55 ac
Runs by difficulty(15 total)
Beginner
6
38% of terrain
Intermediate
3
19% of terrain
Advanced
6
44% of terrain
Run counts estimated from resort-reported totals and terrain mix.
Lift fleet
- Triple chair2
- Double chair5
- Surface lift1
Snowmaking covers about 100% of terrain.
Resort Info
Season dates
Ski passes
Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.
Top Après Ski
Boulder View Tavern – This lakeside venue near Big Boulder is highly regarded for its welcoming après-ski atmosphere, offering craft beers, hearty American fare, and scenic views, making it a favorite gathering spot for skiers to unwind after a day on the slopes.
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Off-season · 98cm full-season avg
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Big Boulder Season Snowfall
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Big Boulder Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 101cm with an average of 49 snowfall days per season. The table below shows monthly averages across 30 seasons of archive data (modeled snowpack at mid-elevation).
| Month | Avg Snowfall | Snowfall Days | Avg Base Depth | Max Base Depth | Biggest Snowfall |
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| November | 6cm | 4 days | 1cm | 6cm | 4cm |
| December | 20cm | 9 days | 5cm | 14cm | 8cm |
| January | 25cm | 12 days | 10cm | 22cm | 10cm |
| February | 24cm | 12 days | 15cm | 26cm | 10cm |
| March | 20cm | 8 days | 8cm | 20cm | 9cm |
| April | 5cm | 4 days | 1cm | 7cm | 4cm |
| May | 0cm | 0 days | 0cm | 1cm | 0cm |
Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.
Season at a Glance
Next season(2026-27)
Opens Dec 12, 2026
Through Mar 14, 2027
Multi-season averages will appear once SnowSure has tracked more than one full season.
Best Months to Visit
February
Peak Season
January
Peak Season
March
Good
December
Good
Note: Based on typical ski season patterns for this region.
Frequently asked questions about Big Boulder
- Where is Big Boulder?
- Big Boulder is a ski resort in the United States.
- How high is Big Boulder?
- Big Boulder runs from a base elevation of 518 m (1,699 ft) to a summit of 663 m (2,175 ft), giving a vertical drop of 145 m (476 ft).
- How big is Big Boulder?
- Big Boulder has 55 acres (22 hectares) of skiable terrain, 15 marked runs and 10 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Big Boulder?
- Big Boulder is on the Epic Pass. Access terms such as blackout dates and day limits vary by pass tier, so check the pass operator for the current season.
- When is ski season at Big Boulder?
- Big Boulder typically operates from December to March. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
- How much snow does Big Boulder get in a typical season?
- Big Boulder averages 35 inches / 89 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
